GPRTU, Drivers’ Groups to Stage Major Protest Over Alleged Land Takeover in Accra

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and allied driver groups are set to embark on a massive demonstration in Accra tomorrow to oppose what they describe as the unlawful seizure of land reserved for lorry stations by private developers.

The protest, expected to attract thousands of drivers, seeks to pressure the government into safeguarding land at the Cocoa Marketing Board (CMB) enclave in the capital, which has been earmarked for transport activities.

Addressing the media on Sunday, September 15, the GPRTU’s Deputy PRO, Samuel Amoah, said the demonstration follows years of frustration over the persistent encroachment on land designated for public transport facilities.

Participants plan to march to the Jubilee House to deliver a petition demanding urgent government action.

The protest enjoys backing from the Concerned Drivers Association, whose President, William Osei, has urged drivers to park their vehicles in solidarity—an action likely to cause major transport disruptions in the city.

Market women who trade around the affected stations have also thrown their support behind the protest, warning that the takeover threatens their livelihoods. They appealed directly to the Vice President and the First Lady to intervene, stressing that thousands of informal workers risk displacement if the projects move forward.

According to the unions, the development reflects a growing trend where public lands meant for transport and market infrastructure are being sold to private investors for commercial ventures, including shopping complexes and residential blocks.

They argue that lorry stations form an essential part of Accra’s transport system, serving millions of commuters daily, and must be protected from such encroachments.