Road users face tougher rules • New laws target crashes, indiscipline – Minister
The Minister of Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has described the Road Traffic Act, 2025 (Act 1153), as amended, and the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2519) as a major step towards curbing road crashes and enforcing greater discipline on the country’s roads. He said Ghana could no longer treat the persistent loss of lives … The post Road users face tougher rules • New laws target…
The Minister of Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has introduced new laws aimed at reducing road crashes and enforcing stricter discipline among road users. The Road Traffic Act, 2025 (Act 1153), along with the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2519), are seen as a major step forward in tackling the persistent issue of road fatalities in Ghana.
Mr Nikpe emphasized that the country can no longer view these tragic losses as an acceptable norm, stressing that the profound impact on families and the national economy necessitates immediate and collaborative efforts. He explained that advancements in technology, the increasing number of vehicles and motorcycles, and changing road-user behavior have all contributed to the need for a stronger regulatory framework to address contemporary challenges.
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