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Accra’s long‑stalled Aayalolo Bus Rapid Transit system is on the verge of a significant revival, with a new pilot operation scheduled to begin tomorrow. The move is expected to ease chronic traffic congestion and deliver a smoother, faster, and more reliable passenger experience across the capital.
Beginning Tuesday, 29th September 2026, Ayalolo buses will operate a pilot Contra‑Flow Bus Priority System on three of Accra’s busiest commuting corridors: Amasaman–Accra, Adenta–Accra, and Kasoa–Accra. The initiative forms part of government’s renewed commitment to modernizing urban mobility and restoring confidence in public transport.
The Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive (GAPTE), which is leading the rollout, says the contra‑flow arrangement will allow Ayalolo buses to bypass heavy traffic during peak periods, improving travel time and ensuring more predictable bus schedules. The system introduces dedicated lanes that run against the normal traffic direction under controlled conditions, enabling buses to move freely even when surrounding roads are gridlocked.
At a press briefing held on Monday, 28th September 2026, GAPTE Managing Director ,Awudu Dawuda , explained that the pilot follows a comprehensive traffic simulation exercise conducted jointly by GAPTE, the Ghana Police Service’s Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD), the Department of Urban Roads, the Ministry of Transport, and the Accra Metropolitan Assembly. The simulation assessed congestion patterns, safety protocols, and operational feasibility across the selected corridors.
Dawuda emphasized that the intervention supports the Government’s Reset Agenda and the 24‑Hour Economy Policy, both of which highlight the importance of efficient, affordable, and safe public transportation for workers who commute at varying hours. He noted that improved mobility is central to productivity and economic resilience in the Greater Accra Region.
Authorities expect the pilot to generate critical lessons on traffic management and public transport efficiency. Data from bus movement, passenger flow, and travel time will be analyzed to determine how the system can be refined and expanded across additional corridors.
The revival of Aayalolo marks a renewed push to restore the original vision of a Bus Rapid Transit system capable of moving large numbers of passengers quickly and comfortably through Accra’s most congested routes. Tomorrow’s launch signals a decisive step toward a more organized, predictable, and passenger‑friendly public transport future for the metropolis.
