The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Abraham Amaliba, has dismissed growing opposition from transport operators over plans to restrict Toyota Voxy vehicles from long-distance commercial use.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Amaliba said resistance to the directive was expected, drawing an analogy to law enforcement efforts against crime.
“No armed robber will commend the police for the work they are doing against crime,” he said. “Or even when you arrest prostitutes, so we are not bothered by that.”
His comments follow pushback from transport operators, who described the proposed restrictions as lazy and ill-conceived. The group argued that a blanket ban does not effectively address road safety concerns, insisting that the Toyota Voxy remains a dependable and widely used vehicle for commercial drivers. They warned that the directive could negatively impact many individuals and families who rely on the vehicle for income.
Despite the backlash, Mr. Amaliba maintained that the Authority remains focused on its mandate to protect lives on the road.
“We have been given a job, and we will deliver on the mandate,” he stressed.
The NRSA indicated that the measure is part of broader efforts to improve road safety standards, particularly for vehicles that have undergone modifications or are deemed unsuitable for long-distance commercial operations.
Mr. Amaliba reiterated that public safety will take precedence over dissent, signaling that the Authority will proceed with implementation regardless of opposition.
The planned restrictions are expected to be rolled out after engagements with key stakeholders in the transport sector.
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