The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has announced plans to deploy officers to major roads within the metropolis in response to reports of some commercial drivers refusing to implement newly approved transport fares.
The fare reduction, which took effect on Saturday, May 24, 2025, follows an agreement between transport unions and the Ministry of Transport.
It was prompted by the sustained appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi and a significant drop in fuel prices. The nationwide adjustment reflects a 15% decrease in fares.
However, despite the directive, some drivers have reportedly failed to comply, citing reasons including unchanged daily sales targets set by vehicle owners.
In a statement on Monday, May 26, KMA said Mayor Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi has resolved to take decisive action to ensure full compliance.
The statement emphasized that drivers who charge above the approved fares are committing a criminal offense punishable by law.
To enforce the directive, the Mayor met with the Head of the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service in Kumasi.
The meeting concluded with plans to deploy officers to major roads across the metropolis to monitor and ensure compliance.
KMA urged the public to cooperate with the authorities as efforts are made to restore order and fairness in the transport sector.
Read below the statement
