The Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive (GAPTE), together with the Accra Metropolitan Assembly and the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, has rolled out the Aayalolo contra‑flow system on the Amasaman–Accra, Adenta–Accra and Kasoa–Accra routes. The pilot aims to prioritise long‑distance buses heading into Accra while allowing commercial vehicles to serve shorter trips.
Commuters say the new arrangement has made their journeys more comfortable. Juliet Agyapong, who usually relied on trotros, noted that the bus movement was “okay” and that fares were more predictable, though she warned that buses sometimes wait for traders to load before departing. “One time, I got there at 8 pm and the bus moved after two hours because the drivers said they were waiting for traders who came to buy their wares to take home to sell,” she said.
Local Government Minister Mahama Ayariga said the concern would be addressed after the pilot phase, with drivers expected to depart at scheduled times regardless of whether the buses are full. Emmanuel Boampong, another passenger, said the arrangement had improved comfort, noting that overcrowding was no longer an issue.
A driver on the Amasaman–Accra route, who identified himself as Philip, reported that the first trip under the new system took about 35 minutes: 15 minutes to Abeka Junction and another 15 to Accra. He said the buses will continue the cycle during peak periods. Police officers also joined the bus later in the journey as traffic conditions worsened along the route.
The government will assess the pilot as the contra‑flow arrangement continues, using commuter experience, travel times and adherence to scheduled departures to guide any adjustments.
