Adib Saani backs TraffiTech-GH, urges motorists to obey traffic regulations
By Ashiadey Dotse Security Analyst, Adib Saani, has described the introduction of TraffiTech-GH as a good initiative, urging authorities to encourage Ghanaians to comply with traffic regulations to improve road safety. He said the technology-driven system could help reduce road indiscipline, prevent accidents and make motorists more accountable for their actions. Speaking in an interview […]
Ghanaian security analyst Adib Saani praised the launch of TraffiTech-GH, emphasizing it's a positive step towards enhancing road safety in the country. Saani urged authorities to incentivize Ghanaians to adhere to traffic guidelines, as the tech-driven system could potentially curb reckless driving, avert accidents, and hold motorists accountable for their actions.
During an interview on GTV’s Current Agenda, Saani stressed that TraffiTech-GH should be viewed as a safety measure, not a tool for punishing drivers or generating revenue.
Saani advocated for comprehensive public education and clear signage to inform motorists of areas under surveillance by speed cameras, ensuring they aren't caught off guard. He criticized the practice of hiding enforcement officers in obscure locations to nab drivers and stressed the need for motorists to know when they're approaching a camera zone, akin to the practice in other countries like France and the United Kingdom.
The analyst also voiced concerns over the management of proceeds from traffic fines, urging that the system not become a profit-driven venture, to prevent financial interests from swaying enforcement decisions.
Saani questioned the handling of personal data gathered by the cameras, urging authorities to adhere to Ghana’s Data Protection Act. He further suggested a review of speed limits on certain roads and enhanced security for motorists, particularly in vulnerable areas. Recalling an incident on Beach Road where an unseen individual damaged his vehicle's side mirror in an attempt to get him to stop, Saani underscored the importance of protecting motorists' safety in traffic enforcement efforts.
The Ghana Police Service introduced TraffiTech-GH on November 1, 2026, aiming to improve road safety, decrease traffic violations and rely on digital evidence instead of roadside arrests. The system initially focuses on speed enforcement, with violators getting electronic notices detailing the offense, including date, time, location and video evidence.
Motorists have 14 days to either pay the fines or contest them in court. The MTTD expects speeding to account for 60 to 62% of serious injuries and fatalities in road crashes, which declined by 9.4% in September 2026 following heightened public education and the issuance of electronic warnings. The National Road Safety Authority has called for infrastructure improvements, such as fixing faulty traffic lights, replacing missing signs, and restoring faded markings, along with the provision of advance warning signs for motorists approaching speed camera locations.
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