By Emelia B. Addae
Koforidua, Sept. 25, GNA – Drivers, passengers and pedestrians in Koforidua have expressed support for the implementation of Automated Traffic Law Enforcement Programme, dubbed TRAFFICTECH-GH, scheduled to commence on October 1, 2026.
The programme, being implemented by the Ghana Police Service through its Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD), will use cameras and Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) devices to detect and record traffic offences.
Mr Emmanuel Owusu, a taxi driver, told the Ghana News Agency in an interview that the programme would put drivers on their toes and help curb road crashes associated with speeding and inappropriate overtaking.
Mr Kwabena Asante, a motor rider, also said he hoped the cameras would be properly maintained and accurately detect traffic violations to prevent faulty equipment from providing incorrect information to the authorities.
Under the TRAFFICTECH-GH programme, cameras will detect offences such as speeding and running red lights.
The captured footage will be reviewed by the authorities before an official notice of violation is issued.
And those vehicle owners found culpable will receive electronic notifications of traffic violations via text message.
Fines are to be paid electronically through the Ghana.gov platform within 14 days.
The registered owner of a vehicle will be responsible for the fine, even if another person was driving at the time of the offence.
Vehicle owners or drivers who believe a notice was issued in error may challenge the fine online within 14 days.
Mrs Comfort Owusu, a vehicle owner, noted that the programme would help reduce road hazards and encourage drivers to operate vehicles more responsibly.
She said the system would also give vehicle owners peace of mind by providing an additional check on drivers and encouraging them to obey traffic regulations and safely transport passengers to their destinations.
Ms Rebecca Agyeiwaa, a pedestrian, indicated that the initiative would help protect pedestrian walkways from being occupied by vehicles and motorcycles.
She said pedestrians would be able to move about more freely without unnecessary obstruction.
Master Vincent Duodu, a student, stated that the programme could improve road safety for students, particularly when crossing roads before and after school.
He added that drivers were more likely to exercise greater caution and comply with traffic-light regulations and zebra-crossing rules.
GNA
Editing by D.I. Laary/Kenneth Odeng Adade
Reporter: Emelia B. Addae
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