The Nkawie Circuit Court Judge has warned tricycle riders to obey road traffic rules, cautioning that they face custodial sentences—not just fines—for violations. Three riders were sentenced to a combined fine of GH¢1,500 and prison terms ranging from 30 days to 13 months for offences including driving without number plates, licenses, and insurance.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
General Corporal Robert Katey Koranteng of the Ghana Police Service has been charged with murder over the death of 20-year-old Central University law student Ivan Apprey Baidoo. The officer, stationed at the Traffic Management Enforcement Unit, allegedly kicked a motorbike during a traffic pursuit on August 27, 2026, causing it to crash; the rider lost control and struck a concrete barrier.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service has released guidelines for its automated traffic law enforcement programme, TRAFFITECH-GH, set to launch on October 1, 2026. The system will use cameras, sensors, and digital devices to detect traffic offences such as speeding, red-light running, and seatbelt violations, with violators notified via SMS of Electronic Notices of Violation.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Sports Authority has denied authorizing collection of approximately $623,000 or facilitating visas for people seeking to travel to the United States and Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following public allegations that individuals associated with the NSA received such funds on promises of securing visas. The NSA clarified that its arrangement with FIFA-licensed partner TRIBE FEST for fan-experience activities did not extend to authorizing visa procurement collection.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service's Motor Traffic and Transport Department will begin full implementation of TRAFFITECH-GH, an automated traffic law enforcement programme using cameras and Personal Data Assistant devices to detect offences and issue Electronic Notices of Violation to vehicle owners via SMS, aimed at improving road safety and compliance with traffic regulations.
15 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Police Service will implement TRAFFITECH-GH, an automated traffic law enforcement programme using cameras and Personal Data Assistant devices to detect offences and issue Electronic Notices of Violation by SMS, aimed at improving road safety and reducing traffic casualties.
15 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana Police Service will fully implement its automated traffic law enforcement programme, TRAFFITECH-GH, from October 1, 2026, using cameras and PDA devices to detect offences and issue electronic notices via SMS to violators.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Police rescued 47 Nigerian nationals and arrested five suspected traffickers during an anti-trafficking operation in Goaso's mining communities in late August and early September 2026. At least 26 have been confirmed as trafficking victims; 16 are believed to be aged 15–18, and operations also uncovered evidence that Ghanaian young women are being recruited for sexual exploitation.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Police Service has commended Kpando Municipal Chief Executive Killian Donkor for rehabilitating and handing over the Kpando Police District Headquarters. The MCE pledged to construct additional police stations to expand police presence and improve security coverage across the municipality.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has adjusted the invitation list for a high-level meeting on border security and narcotics after Minority MP Sammi Awuku raised concerns about the absence of sector ministers from the original invitations. Awuku welcomed the adjustment, saying his advocacy was intended to promote accountability and ensure officials with direct political responsibility participate in addressing drug trafficking.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A 49-year-old trailer driver, Clement Ofori, has been remanded into police custody by the Tafo Circuit Court following an accident at Krofrom in which a DAF truck with alleged brake failure crashed into six vehicles, a tricycle and a motorbike, killing a 20-year-old pillion rider and injuring several others.
15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Police Service has arrested and interdicted General Corporal Robert Koranteng in connection with the death of Ivan Apprey Baidoo, a 23-year-old second-year law student of Central University, who died following a motorbike crash on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026. The arrest follows investigations into a viral video relating to the incident, with the Police's Homicide Unit intensifying inquiries and the Professional Standards Bureau tasked to investigate the officer's conduct.
15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →