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
Ghana's Transport Minister presenting strategic plans for ports, maritime expansion, road safety, and aviation sector development.
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The Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has announced that the Ministry of Finance has released the final tranche of funds to settle outstanding salary arrears owed to railway workers across the country. …
Gov’t releases final funds to clear railway workers’ salary arrears — Transport MinisterJoy Online
The Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has disclosed that the government does not intend to hold a controlling stake in the proposed re-establishment of a national airline, insisting the venture will largely be driven by the private sector. …
Government to hold minority stake in proposed national airline — Transport MinisterJoy 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 dinnerUganda Airlines began scheduled commercial flights to Accra on October 27, 2026, operating four-times-weekly services linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. The new route is expected to enhance regional connectivity, trade, investment and tourism between West and East Africa.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Uganda Airlines began scheduled commercial flights to Accra on October 27, 2026, operating four-times-weekly services linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. The new route is expected to enhance regional connectivity, trade, investment and tourism between West and East Africa.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has presented a strategic agenda to transform the country's ports into a world-class maritime hub and position Ghana as West Africa's preferred trade gateway. The plan focuses on infrastructure expansion, digital innovation, environmental sustainability, workforce development, multimodal connectivity and regional integration.
26 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Government announced new Road Traffic Regulations (L.I. 2519) to reduce road accidents, but the regulations risk failure if all penalties are enforced simultaneously without systematic implementation. The article argues the law should be rolled out in phases, prioritizing fatal offences, building enforcement infrastructure, and educating drivers and the public before penalties are imposed.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has extended operating hours at its regional offices to 10:00 p.m., opening from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. to improve customer access and support the government's 24-hour economy agenda. The extended-service arrangement began in August 2026, following the success of a 24-hour office at Adentan that began in April 2025.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has suspended implementation of a Legislative Instrument that prohibits preaching and hawking in moving public service vehicles, following public debate and concerns raised by religious leaders and other stakeholders over its implications for religious expression.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's new Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 increase the maximum prison sentence for preaching or selling goods in moving commercial vehicles from 30 days or up to three months to eight months, alongside fines of GH¢120 to GH¢600. The ban on such activities in motion is not new, but the tougher punishment represents a shift toward stricter enforcement.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has announced plans to expand port capacity, construct a new berth, improve road and rail connections, and establish hydrographic capability to support navigation and chart production. Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe and GPHA officials called for stronger policy implementation and regulation to improve maritime sector efficiency.
25 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has temporarily halted the proposed redevelopment of the Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Economy Market to allow further consultations with traders, market leaders, and other stakeholders. The pause will enable the government and Accra Metropolitan Assembly to assess conditions, review the plan, and ensure existing market operators are considered in any redevelopment.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has called on domestic airlines to reduce airfares and pass on benefits from recent import duty exemptions on aircraft parts to passengers. He made the appeal at the unveiling of Africa World Airlines' new 102-seater Embraer E190 aircraft, noting that lower operating costs and increased passenger capacity should make air travel more affordable.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Africa World Airlines has unveiled its first Embraer E190 aircraft as part of a planned 10-aircraft fleet expansion aimed at strengthening air connectivity in Ghana and across West Africa. The 102-seat aircraft is the first of 10 planned for the expansion, which the airline says will improve regional operations.
20 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has urged the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority to assess the success of its reforms by how much they improve motorists' experiences—through faster, simpler, and more accessible services—rather than by counting completed projects and systems.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe said 2,954 people died in road crashes in 2025, the highest in over two decades, with crashes up 31.6 per cent between 2021 and 2025, calling for stronger stakeholder collaboration to reverse the trend.
16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →