The Government of Ghana is introducing a special contra-flow traffic arrangement to improve the movement of Aayalolo Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services on three major commuter corridors into Accra.
The arrangement will take effect from Tuesday, September 29, 2026, and will operate during peak traffic periods — from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The designated corridors are Amasaman–Accra, Adenta–Accra and Kasoa–Accra. Selected lanes will temporarily be reserved for authorised Aayalolo buses, allowing them to move against the normal flow of traffic in specified sections while travelling towards Accra during the morning peak and in the reverse direction during the evening period.
The initiative is being implemented in collaboration 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 government says the measure is intended to reduce delays faced by Aayalolo buses in heavy traffic and improve the reliability of journey times for commuters.
The move follows concerns from GAPTE that traffic congestion and the absence of dedicated bus lanes have significantly affected Aayalolo operations. Earlier assessments found that journeys on some congested corridors could take considerably longer when buses operate in mixed traffic.
Motorists using the affected corridors are expected to observe traffic directions and comply with instructions from traffic management personnel as the contra-flow system begins.
The initiative forms part of broader efforts to improve public transport efficiency and ease congestion on some of Accra’s busiest commuter routes.
