The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has summoned the Volta Regional Police Commander over allegations of harassment, intimidation, unnecessary delays and extortion involving some police personnel stationed along the Aflao–Accra main route.

The move follows growing concerns from local traders and transport operators over the conduct of some officers at various checkpoints on the route.

In response, the Volta Regional Commander has summoned all Divisional and District Commanders in the region to an emergency meeting on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to discuss the allegations and determine the appropriate action.

The concerns were heightened after a video circulated on social media, alleging that some police officers at the Tokor Barrier, Ativuta toll booth, Weta–Afiadenyigba junction barrier and other locations towards Sogakope demand receipts from traders transporting goods.

According to the allegations, traders who are unable to produce the required receipts are sometimes subjected to delays and allegedly made to pay money before being allowed to continue their journeys.

The Joint Association of Port Transport Unions (JAPTU) has since called on senior police officers to intervene and address the concerns.

JAPTU stressed that its concern is not about the number of police checkpoints along the route, but rather what it described as unnecessary delays, intimidation and alleged extortion of traders.

“The allegations are of concern as Ghana, through institutions including the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), is making efforts to promote its ports and transit corridors to neighbouring countries to boost trade and economic growth,” a statement issued by the Ghana Police Service said.

The Police Service said personnel deployed to the affected locations had been cautioned against any form of misconduct.

“An inspection team is also being constituted to identify and investigate personnel involved in such acts, with appropriate disciplinary measures to be taken where allegations are substantiated,” it said.

The latest action by the Police Service is expected to help establish the facts surrounding the allegations and restore confidence among traders and other road users who use the Aflao–Accra corridor.

The route is a major link for the movement of people and goods between Ghana and neighbouring Togo, making concerns over delays and alleged extortion particularly significant for businesses that depend on the corridor.

NA/BAI

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