The government is introducing dedicated contra-flow lanes for Ayalolo Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services on three major routes into Accra’s Central Business District (CBD).
The move is aimed at reducing the economic cost of gridlock in Ghana’s commercial hub.
The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs announced that the arrangement takes effect Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
It will run during peak hours, 6 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 8 pm. It covers the Amasaman–Accra, Adenta–Accra and Kasoa–Accra corridors.
These routes carry some of the heaviest commuter volumes into the CBD, where much of the city’s business activity is concentrated.
Traffic congestion into the CBD typically means lost working hours, higher fuel spending, delayed deliveries and reduced productivity for workers and businesses.
By giving Ayalolo buses their own lanes, the government expects to improve service punctuality, shorten journey times and make mass transit a more dependable alternative to private cars.
Fewer private vehicles on the roads could also lower commuting costs for households over time.
Selected road sections will be temporarily reconfigured so authorised Ayalolo buses can travel against the normal traffic flow in the priority direction. The lanes are strictly reserved for the BRT.
Private cars, taxis, trotros and commercial vehicles are barred. This restriction will directly affect commercial transport operators who rely on these routes.
The scheme is being implemented with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, the Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive (GAPTE) and the Department of Urban Roads (DUR).
The MTTD will deploy officers at strategic locations and major intersections to enforce compliance.
In a statement issued Monday, September 28, the Ministry said the intervention is part of wider efforts to improve public transport.
It also aims to provide more reliable mobility into and out of the CBD.
The Ministry urged motorists, transport operators, pedestrians, businesses and residents along the corridors to cooperate with traffic officers.
