In a special exercise conducted by the KMA’s Transport Task Force, 22 drivers were arrested for overcharging passengers, and their vehicles impounded at the KMA premises, pending further legal action.

According to Mr. Randy Wilson, Head of Urban Transport at KMA, offenders will be fined between GHs 500 and GHs1, 500 before their vehicles are released, in line with the Assembly’s Special Exercise Fine approved on July 28, 2023.

The task force, which includes personnel from the Department of Transport KMA Metro Guards, Assembly Members, and other security operatives, acted upon evidence that these drivers were flouting the 15% reduction in transport fares, which took effect on May 24, 2025, as directed by national transport unions.

It will be recalled that on May 26, 2025, the KMA’s Public Relations Unit issued a public notice cautioning all commercial drivers to strictly comply with the revised fares. The notice clearly stated that any driver who fails to charge the approved fare commits a criminal offense punishable by law.

Mr. Wilson reaffirmed KMA’s commitment to maintaining discipline and fairness within the city’s transport system.

He emphasized that the Assembly will continue to enforce its regulations without fear or favor to protect the interest of the commuting public.

KMA remains committed to promoting order, accountability, and sanity on Kumasi’s roads.