Police escort for Aayalolo buses begins on Tuesday

From Tuesday, September 29, 2026, the Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive (GAPTE), operator of the Aayalolo Bus Service, will launch a police escort system to enhance the speed and reliability of its services. The initiative, piloted as a contraflow system, will commence during peak hours in the morning and evening. It is anticipated that the police escort will allow Aayalolo buses to navigate through traffic more efficiently, reduce travel times, and improve adherence to fixed schedules.

This move is part of the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs' efforts to make public transportation in Accra more secure, reliable, and convenient. During a media briefing ahead of the launch, GAPTE Managing Director Awudu Dawuda revealed that the contraflow arrangement will be supported by a fixed timetable across the four primary corridors served by Aayalolo.

He further explained that police escorts would facilitate buses' swift passage through congested city sections, ensuring commuters reach their destinations within scheduled times. Dawuda stated that GAPTE is working in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service and other stakeholders to ensure the pilot programme's success, paving the way for a potential full rollout.

The Aayalolo Bus Service, introduced as a Bus Rapid Transit system, aims to alleviate traffic congestion in Accra while offering commuters an affordable and efficient mass transportation option.