A strong message has been sent to the leadership of the Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive (GAPTE), as the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, issued a firm ultimatum: deliver results within six months or be removed from office.
Speaking at the inauguration of GAPTE’s 4th Executive Council, the Minister expressed concern about the current state of urban transport in the Greater Accra Region, stressing that the time for excuses is over.
He warned that government expects swift and measurable improvements, particularly in the operations of the Aayalolo Bus System.
Mr. Ibrahim noted that Aayalolo, once introduced as a solution to the capital’s transportation challenges, has not lived up to expectations.
He charged the new leadership to urgently revamp the system to ensure it delivers reliable, efficient, and accessible services to commuters.
“The expectation is clear—within six months, Ghanaians must see a transformation. Anything short of that will not be accepted,” he emphasised.
Beyond improving service delivery, the Minister also directed the council to take immediate steps to secure the organisation’s assets.
He specifically mentioned properties in Kinbu, Adenta, and Kasoa, urging the leadership to ensure their retrieval and protection as part of efforts to strengthen GAPTE’s operational capacity.
The warning underscores government’s renewed determination to fix the country’s urban transport system and hold leadership accountable.
For the newly inaugurated council, the six-month deadline sets the tone for what could be a defining period in reshaping public transport in Accra.
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