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New Metro Mass buses in soon to reduce congestion at bus stations – Deputy Transport Minister
Deputy Minister of Transport, Dorcas Toffey, says government is taking steps to reduce overcrowding at major bus stations, especially during peak hours.
She said a new fleet of Metro Mass buses is expected to arrive in the country by the end of this month or in early March to help ease congestion.
Speaking to the media, Ms. Toffey explained that officials from the Ministry of Transport and Metro Mass Transit Limited have been inspecting buses abroad to ensure they meet the required standards before shipment.
“I just returned from Dubai where we inspected some buses. The Managing Director of Metro Mass is also travelling to China for a final inspection of buses we have already assessed,” she said.
According to her, the inspections are to ensure that all the buses are in good condition and ready for use before they are brought into the country.
She assured the public that the first batch of buses will be added to the transport system very soon.
“We should be expecting the first fleet by the end of this month to the first week of March,” she stated.
Ms. Toffey acknowledged that the congestion at bus terminals is a major concern and said government is not satisfied with the current situation.
She noted that the issue is something President John Dramani Mahama is not proud of and is committed to addressing.
“A lot is going on behind the scenes because we know what is happening is not acceptable,” she said.
The Deputy Minister added that government is working hard to procure more buses to improve public transport and reduce pressure on commuters.
“We are doing everything possible to make sure the congestion is taken care of,” she assured.
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TO promote Ghana’s cultural heritage, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has announced that government is encouraging Ghanaians to dedicate every Wednesday to the wearing of Fugu, also known as Batakari or smock, as part of efforts to promote the country’s cultural heritage.
In a correspondence dated February 10, 2026, the ministry explained that the initiative forms part of government’s broader commitment to preserve, promote and celebrate Ghana’s rich cultural identity.
It called on all Ghanaians, as well as friends of Ghana both at home and abroad, to take part by wearing fugu in its various designs and styles, together with its traditional accessories.
According to the ministry, the move is aimed at deepening national cultural awareness and strengthening the country’s sense of identity, while projecting Ghana’s heritage to the international community with pride.
The ministry further noted that the initiative is expected to bring social and economic benefits to the country.
It explained that increased use of fugu would support local weavers, designers, artisans and traders involved in the production and sale of the attire, while also creating more business and employment opportunities across the value chain.
Government believes that the nationwide embrace of fugu will help strengthen national unity, boost the creative economy and serve as a strong symbol of Ghana’s cultural confidence and self expression.
The correspondence was signed by the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, who reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to policies that promote Ghanaian culture and creative industries.
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