The Pragya Riders Association in Techiman, Bono East Region, is calling for the swift enforcement of the proposed amendment to the Road Traffic 2012 (LI 2180), aimed at streamlining the operations of commercial motorcycles and tricycles.
The Association’s endorsement follows recent proposals by the Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, to amend the law.
The proposed changes would permit only individuals aged 25 and above to operate commercial motorcycles and tricycles, in addition to enforcing licensing requirements and road safety protocols.
According to the Transport Ministry, the reforms are part of broader efforts by government to enhance safety and accountability in the transport sector.
In an interview with Asaase News, Vice-Chairman of the Techiman Pragya Riders Association, Fuseini Salifu, welcomed the directive, stating that it aligns with existing internal practices of the group.
“We are very happy about the government’s decision. These regulations are not new to us. As law-abiding citizens, we have always operated within this framework,”Salifu said.
He explained that the Association has long upheld the rule that only persons aged 25 and above may operate commercial tricycles, in accordance with the law.
“Our business is a commercial one. The law already states that individuals must be 25 or older to operate commercial vehicles, and we’ve been complying with that. So this directive is not new—it only reinforces what we already practice,” he added.
The Association, he noted, has taken proactive steps to address concerns over minors engaging in commercial tricycle operations.
“We formed a taskforce to ensure that no minors are allowed to ride Pragya tricycles. Many of the accidents on our roads are caused by underage riders, and we’ve been doing everything possible to protect the industry, which is our main source of livelihood.”
Salifu also believes that strict enforcement of the regulations will reduce road accidents and curb school dropouts.
“The directive will help remove irresponsible riders from the roads. Young people dropping out of school to operate tricycles is a major concern. We fully support this move and hope it will keep children in school,” he said.
The Association says it stands ready to support authorities in implementing the regulation effectively to promote responsible operations in the commercial transport sector.
Report by Dauda Zul-Kiful for asaase News in the Bkno East Region
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