All aboboyaa and tricycle operators in Accra have been directed to install reflectors on their vehicles by the end of August.
The directive was announced by Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) Mayor, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, as part of measures to improve road safety and make tricycles more visible, particularly at night and during poor visibility.
Speaking to the media on Wednesday, August 19, Mr Allotey said reflectors must be installed at the rear and on both sides of every aboboyaa and tricycle operating within the metropolis.
“All of them must have reflectors, the back and the sides,” the Mayor said.
He also directed operators to avoid the inner lanes of major highways where alternative side roads are available.
“If there are highways and there is a side road, you must always use the side road,” he stated.
Mr Allotey said operators who have no alternative but to use highways must take precautions and ensure their vehicles are clearly visible to other road users.
“If there are no side roads, you must drive out early with reflectors on,” he added.
He warned that enforcement of the directive would begin at the end of August and operators who fail to comply would face action.
“If anybody or any operator decides to go contrary to whatever we are saying, we will make sure the law takes place,” he warned.
