Commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators in Ghana have taken to the streets to protest the continued delay in legalizing their trade. The demonstration, held on Wednesday, August 12, was jointly organized by the Okada Riders Association of Ghana (ORAG) and the National Union of Tricycle Operators Ghana (NUTOG) to demand an immediate regulatory framework for their operations.
Demonstrators expressed frustration over what they describe as unfulfilled political assurances. According to union representatives, many operators campaigned heavily for the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the 2024 general elections, driven by explicit pledges that commercial motorcycle and tricycle services would be formally recognized and regulated upon taking office.
Speaking at the protest, one operator highlighted that the lack of legal backing continues to expose riders to daily hardships, including persistent police harassment and operational bans across key parts of Accra.
"We backed the NDC because of their clear promise to legalize Okada operations once elected," a demonstrator stated. "Now that they are in power, we expect that commitment to be fulfilled so we can work without constant harassment."
The protest aims to pressure government, stakeholders policymakers and appropriate authorities to legally commercialise the okada business.
@Volta Today
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