A new wave of law enforcement activity swept through Greater Kumasi on Monday, January 26, as the Ashanti Regional branch of the National Security Secretariat deployed teams across the metropolis in a determined effort to curb the rampant practice of illegal fare hikes among commercial transport operators.
The operation, spearheaded by Ashanti Regional Security Liaison Officer Capt. (Rtd.) Kwame Jabari has mobilized more than 20 security personnel from the regional office, with additional support from various district security units. Their mission: to target drivers, conductors, and loading boys who unlawfully increase transport fares, burdening already-strained commuters.
“We are going to partner with the KMA, we are going to partner with the police, arrest those who are charging illegal prices and ensure there’s sanctity within the bus terminals within the Metro points,” Capt. Jabari announced as the teams fanned out to key terminals across the city. “We are starting it today, so we are going to do evenings and early mornings now. Early in the morning, there will be a team at the various bus terminals.”
He explained that anyone caught charging unapproved transport fares will be promptly handed over to the Ghana Police Service to face legal consequences.
Beyond enforcement, the operation also aims to ease the chronic traffic congestion that plagues Greater Kumasi, especially during rush hours. To further support commuters, the National Security Secretariat is working closely with Metro Mass Transit to deploy buses from selected communities to central destinations like Kejetia, ensuring passengers have reliable and affordable transport options.
For many residents, the crackdown brings hope of relief after months of struggling with sudden and unjustified fare increases. As the operation continues, authorities are determined to restore order and fairness to the city’s bustling transport sector, making sure that every journey ends with peace of mind.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
