Report By: Ishmael Barfi
The government has initiated the process to amend the law that prohibits the use of motorcycles and tricycles for commercial purposes.
This move is in fulfillment of a promise made by President Akufo-Addo during his campaign.
According to Joseph Bukari Nikpe, Minister of Transport, the government is conducting stakeholder consultations to gather ideas and suggestions that will facilitate the amendment of the law.
This process is expected to be completed within three weeks.
Government Moves to Amend Law on Motorcycle and Tricycle Use for Commercial Purposes
The Transport Minister Jospeh Bukari Nikpe made these statement in an interview at the inauguration of Inter-Agency Review Committee for the Review of L.I 2180 for the Commercialization of Motor and Teicycle held on 18th March, 2025 at Accra.
The amendment aims to allow motorcycles and tricycles to operate as fee-paying services in the transport industry. However, the fixing of fees and charges will be done through negotiation with stakeholders.
The Transport Minister assured the general public that the amendment will be tailored to suit Ghanaian conditions, rather than simply adopting practices from other countries.
Group picture of Committee members and Transport Minister
In a related development, the Transport Minister, Joseph Bukari Nikpe reiterated that, government has engaged with transport operators, including the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), to discuss the proposed amendment and its implications.
Meanwhile he revealed that, the government has had discussions with transport operators who had planned to increase prices to put their plans on hold pending further discussions.
This move is expected to provide opportunities for young people to earn a living using motorcycles and tricycles, while also improving the overall transportation system in Ghana.
Source: www.thenewindependentonline.com
