The government has emphasised that the safety and welfare of riders and passengers remain the top priority as it begins a nationwide consultation to review Legislative Instrument (LI) 2180, aimed at formalising the operations of commercial motorcycle (okada) services. "Our utmost priority is the safety and welfare of the riders and passengers.
Therefore, some provisions in the regulations will cover the mandatory use of helmets, periodic inspections, and rider training," Mr.
Nikpe stated at the consultative meeting, which marked the first step in the national review process.
The session brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), the Okada Riders Association, heads of relevant agencies and departments, industry practitioners, civil society organisations, and transport operators.
