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Joseph Bukari Nikpe

Also known as: Mr Nikpe · Mr. Nikpe · Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe · Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe · Minister for Transport Joseph Bukari Nikpe · Minister of Transport Joseph Bukari Nikpe

Transport Minister overseeing Ghana's road traffic, port operations, maritime sector, and transport infrastructure development.

2026-05-172026-09-13
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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … The Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, and his deputy, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, were among key personalities who attended the celebration. …

    Ghana Civil Aviation Authority celebrates 40 years of aviation excellence with a dinner
Politics

Ghana introduces revised road traffic laws for motorists, taxis, enforcement

The News

Ghana is rolling out updated road traffic regulations covering commercial motorcycles and tricycles, vehicle licensing, driver requirements, road safety, and digital traffic enforcement. The new framework, the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025 and Road Traffic Regulations 2026 with 247 regulations, replaces 2012 rules and is being disseminated by the Transport Ministry with the NRSA, DVLA, and police.

11 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

  1. Ghana introduces revised road traffic laws for motorists, taxis, enforcement

    Ghana is rolling out updated road traffic regulations covering commercial motorcycles and tricycles, vehicle licensing, driver requirements, road safety, and digital traffic enforcement. The new framework, the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025 and Road Traffic Regulations 2026 with 247 regulations, replaces 2012 rules and is being disseminated by the Transport Ministry with the NRSA, DVLA, and police.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Ghana to develop multimodal transport via rail, water, road

    Ghana's government is developing an integrated rail, inland water, and road transport system to decongest highways and the Port of Tema. The plan routes cargo by rail from Tema to Mpakadan, then by lake transport to Buipe, and finally by road to northern Ghana and landlocked neighbours including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

    10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Transport Minister directs action on container buildup at Tema Port

    Container traffic at Ghana's Tema Port has surged to levels not seen in two decades, prompting the Transport Minister to direct removal of overstayed containers and encourage more vessel calls to evacuate empty containers. System outages at the Meridian Port Services Terminal have contributed to the congestion and cargo handling delays.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Transport minister drives effort to reduce Tema Port clearance delays

    The Minister of Transport has launched measures to reduce container clearance delays at Tema Port through closer collaboration among inspection and processing agencies, aiming to lower demurrage costs for businesses and consumers and speed up cargo movement.

    9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Transport Minister acknowledges Tema Port congestion, pledges upgrades

    Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has acknowledged persistent container congestion at Tema Port, attributing it partly to infrastructure not keeping pace with growing cargo volumes. He said government is considering upgrades to roads, harbour routes, and construction of additional berths to ease congestion.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

  1. Somoco launches road safety campaign through 2026

    Somoco Ghana Limited, the authorised distributor of Bajaj Automobiles, has launched its 2026 'Safe Journey' Road Safety Campaign in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ministry of Transport and Ghana Police Service. The campaign will focus on motorcycle and tricycle users through rider education, road-safety awareness, training, licensing support and promotion of protective equipment until December 2026.

    7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Somoco Ghana launches 2026 road safety campaign for riders

    Somoco Ghana Limited, the authorised distributor of Bajaj Automobiles, has launched its "Safe Journey" 2026 Road Safety Campaign in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ministry of Transport and Ghana Police Service. The campaign, running until December 2026, focuses on promoting safer road use and responsible riding for motorcycle and tricycle users through rider education, safety awareness, training, licensing support, and promotion of helmets and protective equipment.

    7 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 4 September

  1. Transport Minister calls on okada riders to train and wear protective gear

    Ghana's Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe urged prospective commercial motorcycle, tricycle and quadricycle riders to undergo proper training, obtain licences and wear protective gear. He stressed that riding ability alone does not qualify someone for commercial operation, and that riders must comply with road traffic regulations and respect road signs.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Somoco Ghana launches road safety campaign through December 2026

    Somoco Ghana Limited, authorized distributor of Bajaj Automobiles, has launched its "Safe Journey" 2026 Road Safety Campaign in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ministry of Transport, and Ghana Police Service. The initiative focuses on motorcycle and tricycle safety through rider education, training, licensing support via a Somoco Riding Academy, and promotion of helmets and protective gear.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Mahama cuts sod for Accra Airport carpark and hotels

    President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for construction of a seven-storey carpark, two hotels, shopping mall, and sky lounge at Accra International Airport, expected to be completed within 24 months with over 2,000 parking bays. The project is part of efforts to modernise aviation infrastructure and improve passenger experience.

    28 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. NRSA deploys Traffictech cameras to monitor traffic violations nationwide

    The National Road Safety Authority will deploy Traffictech, a technology-based system using cameras and monitoring devices at strategic locations to identify and apprehend traffic offenders automatically, replacing manual enforcement methods. The authority also plans to introduce a mandatory towing system to reduce crashes caused by broken-down vehicles, expected to roll out in 2027.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 22 August

  1. Global Mercy hospital ship arrives in Tema for ten-month mission

    The world's largest civilian hospital ship, Global Mercy, has arrived at the Port of Tema to undertake a 10-month medical mission in Ghana—the fifth field service by Mercy Ships in the country. The mission will provide between 1,950 and 2,600 free surgeries, 1,610 to 2,145 dental treatments, and training for 100 to 250 local healthcare professionals.

    22 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Russia and Ghana explore transport cooperation and logistics development

    Russia's Ambassador to Ghana met with the Transport Minister on Thursday, 20 August 2026, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in transport, logistics, infrastructure development, and modern transport technologies. The two sides agreed to maintain contact on specific projects and continue discussions aimed at translating identified areas into concrete cooperation.

    20 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. DVLA opens 25th district office in Asuogyaman, fights fraud

    A new Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority office has been commissioned in Asuogyaman District to bring licensing services closer to residents and curb fraudulent documents. The facility is the 25th of 40 district offices being established nationwide under the DVLA's decentralisation programme.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Ghana passes Maritime Offences Bill to combat sea crimes

    Ghana has passed the Maritime and Related Offences Bill, 2026, which awaits Presidential assent and aims to provide a comprehensive legal framework for preventing, investigating, and prosecuting piracy, armed robbery at sea, trafficking, and other maritime crimes. The Ghana Maritime Authority, in collaboration with the UN and EU, is engaging stakeholders to build understanding of the legislation ahead of its implementation.

    12 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

  1. Etihad Airways to launch Abu Dhabi–Accra direct flights in 2027

    Etihad Airways has notified Ghana's Government of plans to begin direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Accra in 2027, expected to improve air travel and boost trade, tourism, and investment. Ghana's transport minister assured the airline of government support and encouraged it to explore partnership opportunities in re-establishing Ghana's national airline.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 20 July

  1. Keta Port and Ho Airport projects progressing, says Transport Minister

    Ghana's Transport Minister announced that the Keta Port project has completed preparatory processes and received environmental approval in April, with the administrative and operational block about 80 per cent complete and expected to be finished by January 2027. The government is also pursuing discussions with private investors for financing and construction under a public-private partnership arrangement.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 9 July

  1. Maritime sector critical to Ghana's economic growth, jobs

    Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has described the maritime sector as essential to Ghana's economic transformation and job creation, pledging the government's commitment to strengthening maritime education and positioning the Regional Maritime University as a globally competitive training hub aligned with national development priorities.

    9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Parliament ratifies air services agreements with six nations

    Parliament has ratified bilateral air services agreements between Ghana and six countries — Benin, Saudi Arabia, Mauritius, Guyana, Luxembourg, and Qatar — signed between 2018 and 2023, to strengthen international air connectivity and enable direct flight connections for passengers and cargo services.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Transport Minister to respond to NPP locomotive acquisition concerns

    Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe says the Ministry of Transport is preparing an official response to the opposition New Patriotic Party's concerns about the government's acquisition of two refurbished diesel locomotives and 20 freight wagons.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Parliament passes Maritime and Anti-Piracy Bill for sea crimes

    Ghana's Parliament has passed the Maritime and Anti-Piracy Bill, establishing a legal framework to prosecute crimes committed in territorial waters, including piracy, armed robbery, and hijacking. The legislation follows an attack on 71 fishermen in the Central Region and addresses growing maritime threats in the Gulf of Guinea.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Ghana assumes RMU Board leadership, pledges governance reforms

    Ghana has taken over the leadership of the Regional Maritime University Board of Governors following a handover from Sierra Leone, with Ghana's Minister of Transport pledging to strengthen governance, address infrastructure deficits, and reposition the institution as Africa's premier maritime training hub.

    28 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. GRDA receives 2 locomotives, 20 wagons ahead of schedule

    The Ghana Railway Development Authority has received two locomotives and 20 freight wagons eleven days ahead of schedule for container and cargo operations. The equipment will undergo technical commissioning and operational checks before entering service to strengthen rail freight operations and support cargo transportation efficiency across Ghana.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Deputy Transport Minister praises MPS investments at Tema Port

    The Deputy Minister for Transport Dorcas Affo-Toffey visited Meridian Port Services at Tema Port and praised the company's significant investments and modern technology, describing the facility as one of West Africa's most modern and well-equipped ports.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Transport Ministry enforces life jacket requirement on inland waterways

    Ghana's Transport Ministry has declared that individuals refusing to wear life jackets on inland waterways will be barred from travelling. The Ghana Maritime Authority launched a Life Jacket Safety and livelihood initiative providing subsidised sales, rentals, and hybrid schemes to ensure citizens have access to jackets while crossing water bodies.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GMA distributes 20,000 life jackets, deploys 200 water safety guards

    The Ghana Maritime Authority launched a nationwide Life Jackets for Safety and Livelihoods Project, distributing 20,000 life jackets to fishing and inland water transport communities and inaugurating 200 trained Inland Water Safety Guards. The Transport Minister announced a strict "No Life Jacket, No Travel" policy and said life jackets would be made accessible through subsidised sales, rental schemes, and a hybrid model to reduce fatalities on inland waterways.

    10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Transport Minister commissions water guards and life jacket safety initiative

    Ghana's Transport Minister has officially launched the Safety Water Guards and Life Jacket for Safety and Livelihood Initiative to improve safety on inland waterways and reduce accidents among commuters and fishing communities. The initiative aims to strengthen water transport safety and protect livelihoods dependent on rivers and lakes, with the minister calling on the public to comply with safety directives from the Ghana Maritime Authority.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Frozen foods exporters oppose reintroduction of Smart Port Note system

    The Exim Frozen Foods Association of Ghana has urged the Ministry of Transport to reject efforts to reintroduce the Cargo Tracking Note/Smart Port Note system, arguing it would impose significant additional costs on businesses and consumers without delivering measurable benefits to trade facilitation.

    8 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 5 June

  1. Frozen Foods Association opposes Smart Port Note reinstatement

    The EXIM Frozen Foods Association of Ghana has strongly opposed attempts to reintroduce the Cargo Tracking Note/Smart Port Note, warning it could impose an annual burden of €187.2 million to €382.8 million on importers and consumers. The Association urged the Transport Minister to reject the proposal, arguing the abandoned system was needless, duplicative, and expensive.

    5 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. EFFAG opposes Smart Port Note reintroduction, citing cost burden

    The Exim Frozen Foods Association of Ghana has urged the Ministry of Transport to reject efforts to reintroduce the Cargo Tracking Note (CTN), also known as the Smart Port Note (SPN), arguing the system would impose significant additional costs on businesses and consumers without delivering measurable benefits to cargo clearance or trade facilitation.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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