GPRTU Sends Strong Message to Authorities Over Traders Operating at Lorry Stations

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has thrown its support behind TraffiTech-GH, while raising concerns about traders operating at lorry stations and calling for action to address the situation.

The position of the transport union has brought fresh attention to the challenges facing lorry stations across the country, where transport operators, passengers and traders often share limited space.

According to a report published by GhanaWeb on Monday, November 2, 2026, the GPRTU has backed TraffiTech-GH and also demanded action concerning traders at lorry stations. Samuel Amoah, the union’s Deputy Public Relations Officer, was identified in the report.

The union’s support for TraffiTech-GH is significant because transport operators remain important stakeholders in any effort to improve the management of road transport activities. However, the available report does not explain the full nature of the technology or the specific reasons behind the union’s support.

The concern about traders at lorry stations is another important part of the issue. Lorry stations are busy places where drivers, conductors, passengers and traders operate side by side. When the available space is poorly managed, it can create difficulties for vehicles trying to enter or leave, as well as passengers moving around.

For transport operators, keeping these areas organised is important for smooth operations. Passengers also need safe and clear spaces to board vehicles without unnecessary difficulty.

At the same time, traders who depend on lorry stations for their daily income may have concerns about any action that affects their businesses. Many people rely on small-scale trading to support their families, making it important for authorities to handle the issue fairly.

This raises a key question: how can authorities maintain order at lorry stations without unfairly affecting people who depend on those locations to earn a living?

The GPRTU’s demand therefore places responsibility on the relevant authorities to look at the situation and consider practical steps. Any action should take into account transport safety, passenger movement and the livelihoods of traders.

However, the available GhanaWeb report does not provide details of the exact measures the union wants authorities to take, the locations affected or the response from officials responsible for managing the stations.