Dafeamekpor calls for insurance cover for all government vehicles

Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has urged the government to provide insurance coverage for all vehicles under its jurisdiction, particularly those operated by ministries, Parliament, and other public institutions. In a speech during Parliament on November 4, 2026, he highlighted the financial risks associated with uninsured state vehicles, including potential legal liabilities and compensation costs.

Dafeamekpor pointed out that taxpayers ultimately bear the brunt of accidents involving uninsured government vehicles, paying for both the accidents themselves and the associated court judgments. He cited an Auditor-General's report from 2021, which revealed that the Office of the Attorney-General and Ministry of Justice operated 92 government vehicles without insurance.

Additionally, he referenced a 2013 road accident that resulted in the death of one person and injuries to four others, leading to a GH¢266,399 judgment debt against the state due to the lack of insurance. Dafeamekpor emphasized that the ministry struggled to afford insurance after the accident and questioned why they hadn't insured their remaining vehicles despite the financial implications.

He also expressed concern about the insurance status of over 300 ambulances procured by the government, noting that none were insured when the Health Minister took office in January 2025. The Majority Chief Whip stressed the importance of ensuring all government vehicles have valid insurance coverage to protect the state from unnecessary expenses and reduce the financial burden on taxpayers.