A joint enforcement operation by the National Road Safety Authority, the Motor Traffic and Transport Department, and the Ghana National Fire Service has led to the removal of over 150 illegal vehicle fittings as authorities intensify efforts to ensure safer travel ahead of the Easter festivities.
The exercise, carried out along the Eastern Corridor Road on April 2, focused on identifying road users flouting safety regulations, including drivers without valid licenses, insurance, and roadworthy certificates.
In a significant outcome, officials removed 157 unapproved lamps mounted on vehicles—equipment considered hazardous and non-compliant with road safety standards. Some drivers, however, attempted to evade penalties by destroying the fittings and discarding them during the operation.
Beyond enforcement, the team also engaged passengers, urging them to actively demand responsible driving and report unsafe behavior, reinforcing the role of commuters in accident prevention.
Speaking after the exercise, Joana Fafa Ayer said the initiative forms part of a broader strategy to ensure an incident-free Easter period. She announced that similar operations would continue, with the next phase scheduled for Sogakofe.
Authorities further cautioned motorists against speeding, dangerous overtaking, and fatigue while driving, while riders were reminded to avoid overloading and to always wear helmets.
The agencies emphasized that road safety remains a shared responsibility, calling on all road users to adopt safer practices to protect lives during the festive season and beyond.
