Government Initiates Review of Traffic Rules to Permit Commercial Motorcycles and Tricycles


Ghana's Minister of Transport, Hon. Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has established an Inter-Agency Review Committee to assess the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), with a focus on legalizing and regulating motorcycles and tricycles for commercial passenger services.

The 18-member committee, officially inaugurated on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the Ministry’s conference room in Accra, will evaluate safety measures, enforcement strategies, and best practices to ensure a structured and secure environment for commercial riders and passengers.

This initiative aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to formalizing the commercial use of motorcycles and tricycles, aiming to enhance safety, create jobs, and improve riders' welfare. The Minister's decision was influenced by his recent visit to Kigali, Rwanda, where he observed successful regulatory models for commercial motorcycles.

The committee comprises representatives from key institutions and law enforcement agencies. Their mandate includes:

  • Engaging stakeholders for broad-based consultations.
  • Collecting and analyzing data on safety and economic implications.
  • Studying best practices to inform regulatory amendments.

Operating under the guiding principles of safety, inclusivity, and innovation, the committee seeks to balance public safety concerns with the economic benefits of commercial motorcycles and tricycles, commonly known as Okada.

While Okada services offer convenient transportation, especially for short-distance travel, they currently operate outside legal frameworks, posing enforcement challenges and safety risks. The establishment of this committee marks a significant step toward a structured, safer, and well-regulated commercial motorcycle and tricycle sector in Ghana.

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