Unlicensed fuel trucks endanger Ghanaians – Transparency International Ghana
The Executive Director of Transparency International Ghana, Mrs Mary Awelena Addah, has warned that allowing unlicensed trucks to transport fuel puts Ghanaians at risk, calling for stronger enforcement and accountability in the sector.
Transparency International Ghana's Executive Director, Mrs Mary Awelena Addah, has cautioned that unlicensed fuel trucks pose a threat to the safety of Ghanaian citizens. She urged for improved enforcement and accountability in the fuel transportation sector during an appearance on Joy FM’s Corruption Watch on September 30, 2026.
Mrs Addah highlighted concerning licensing and monitoring gaps, as identified in the Auditor-General's latest report on fuel transportation to filling stations. "Allowing trucks without the proper licenses puts Ghana's people at risk", she stated. Mrs Addah questioned the oversight mechanisms in place, particularly regarding the prevention of trucks from straying from their designated routes.
She pointed out that accountability for preventing truck diversions is crucial. "Who is responsible for ensuring these trucks stick to their routes?" she asked. Mrs Addah maintained that unresolved compliance issues provide opportunities for exploitation. "When gaps exist, people exploit those gaps," she warned. She suggested that those involved in regulatory processes might benefit from lax enforcement.
The audit, however, did not specifically find evidence of corruption, it did point out systemic failures and the associated risks. Mrs Addah stressed the urgency of closing these gaps, strengthening monitoring, and ensuring strict enforcement of licensing requirements.
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