Deputy Transport Minister Hassan Tampuli has proudly defended the inauguration of Ghana’s first fleet of electric buses, citing the initiative as a significant milestone in the government’s continuous endeavours to improve urban transportation and traffic control.
On Thursday, November 28, Hassan Tampuli explained that the launch was just one component of a larger plan to modernize Ghana’s public transportation system.
The vice president, Dr. Bawumia led the inaugural ceremony on Wednesday, November 27 in Accra. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, a prominent economist and politician, is known for his expertise in economic policy and his leadership in the Ghanaian government.
The electric buses were officially revealed during the event, serving as a trial run for the government’s planned Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.
Dr. Bawumia praised the buses as a cost-effective and eco-friendly option to address the transportation difficulties experienced by Ghanaians, especially in crowded urban areas.
The Deputy Transport Minister reassured the public that the introduction of the electric buses is part of a larger initiative being implemented by the NPP government, dispelling any worries that it may just be a political stunt during an election year.
The minister highlighted that the initiative is based on the NPP’s 2024 manifesto, which details a bold strategy to transform Ghana’s public transportation industry.
The government has implemented a framework which includes the inauguration of buses. If you have read the NPP’s 2024 election manifesto, you will see plans for an extensive BRT system using electric vehicles. This initiative is not just a campaign strategy.
This is just the beginning of the development of a complete ecosystem. Yesterday’s launch was conducted to assess the effectiveness of the system we have implemented. When we fully roll out the system, our plan is to make modifications to the BRT system by adding dedicated lanes in the median of the roads. As a result, some lanes may need to be adjusted or eliminated to accommodate this change.
