Some trotro drivers and their conductors, popularly known as mates, have been arrested by the National Security Monitoring and Evaluation Team over alleged unlawful increases in transport fares.
The arrests follow reports that some commercial drivers were charging passengers as much as GH₵20 for trips from Circle to Kasoa, sparking frustration and anger among commuters.
The situation reportedly left several commuters stranded at various transport terminals as disagreements broke out between passengers and commercial transport operators over the increased fares.
The operation forms part of efforts to clamp down on unauthorised fare hikes and protect commuters from exploitation.
