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  "id": 12182163,
  "title": "Mahama satisfied with Aayalolo contra-flow results – Ayariga",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/mahama-satisfied-with-aayalolo-contra-flow-results-ayariga",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T15:43:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/mahama-satisfied-with-aayalolo-contra-flow-results-ayariga/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President John Dramani Mahama is content with the early results of the Aayalolo contra-flow system implemented to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance commuter movement in Accra, Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Mahama Ayariga revealed. According to Mr Ayariga, the pilot intervention has facilitated smoother commuter movement during peak times by permitting Aayalolo buses to operate against the usual traffic direction on selected routes. At a Government Accountability Series on Monday, October 5, the Minister announced that President Mahama's satisfaction with the initial outcome has led him to engage key stakeholders regarding the initiative's future. He anticipates a meeting with stakeholders on Thursday, October 7, to evaluate the pilot and decide on measures to make the contra-flow arrangement a permanent part of Accra's public transportation system. The Aayalolo contra-flow pilot was launched on September 29 as part of government efforts to tackle persistent traffic congestion and improve commuters' movement across Accra during peak hours. By allowing Aayalolo buses to utilize designated lanes or routes in the opposite direction of conventional traffic flow during specific hours, the system aims to provide faster and more reliable public transport options, particularly during the morning and evening rush hours when traffic congestion is at its peak. This initiative is part of broader initiatives to address urban mobility challenges in Accra, where increasing traffic volumes have led to extended travel times and hindered commuters' access to workplaces, businesses, and essential services. The stakeholder meeting planned by President Mahama offers authorities and relevant institutions the chance to assess the pilot's performance and deliberate on the subsequent steps for its continued implementation.",
  "summary": "President John Dramani Mahama is satisfied with the initial results of the Aayalolo contra-flow system introduced to ease traffic congestion and improve the movement of commuters in Accra, Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Mahama Ayariga has disclosed.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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