The Acting Managing Director of the Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive (GAPTE), Awudu Dawuda, has disclosed that only 80 of the 245 Ayalolo buses procured by the government in 2016 are currently in operation in Accra, a situation he says is worsening the city’s transport difficulties.
His revelation comes at a time when commuters in the capital are enduring long queues, especially during peak hours, as the demand for public transport continues to outstrip supply.
Ayalolo, a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system launched in Accra in 2016 and managed by GAPTE, was introduced to reduce traffic congestion and provide a reliable, scheduled transport service for urban commuters.
However, the effectiveness of the system has declined significantly in recent years.
Speaking in an interview on Thursday, January 15, 2026, Mr Dawuda explained that although all 245 buses were originally procured to operate exclusively within Accra, many were later reassigned to other regions.
“When I assumed office, only 80 of the 245 buses were left in Accra. Sixty were sent to Kumasi, 10 to Takoradi, and another 10 to Tamale, following directives from the then Ministry of Transport,” he stated.
According to Mr Dawuda, the redeployment of the buses has had a major impact on Ayalolo’s operations, significantly reducing its ability to adequately serve commuters in the capital.
