Metro Mass Transit adjusts services to ease transport pressure in Accra

Metro Mass Transit Limited MMT has scaled back some of its intercity bus operations to deploy more buses for intracity services in Accra.

The move is intended to ease congestion and reduce long waiting times for commuters, particularly during morning and evening rush hours.

The decision follows growing complaints from residents about delays on major city routes. By redirecting buses from intercity trips, Metro Mass aims to improve accessibility and make daily commuting within Accra more efficient.

Head of Communications at Metro Mass Transit Mohammed Mubarak Watara explained that the adjustments were made in line with directives from the Minister for Transport Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, who encouraged Metro Mass and its sister company to support private transport operators during peak periods.

Despite operating with a limited fleet, Mr Watara said the company has made strategic changes to optimise resources. Working hours have been extended, and the number of intracity routes has increased, though coverage remains constrained by the size of the fleet.

Priority has been given to high-demand routes. Key corridors are now receiving intensified services to ensure buses are available early in the morning and late into the evening.

The Adenta corridor, for example, is fully served by all 10 electric buses in operation, running from 4:30 a.m. to beyond 8:30 p.m. to meet commuter needs.

Efforts have also been made along the Kasoa corridor, including a new boarding station at the Metro Mass yard for Kasoa commuters. Additional services have been added on routes such as Kaneshie to Kasoa, Circle to Amasaman, and Nsawam to help reduce congestion and improve passenger flow.