Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has blamed the current strain on Ghana’s public transportation system on years of neglect under the previous government.

He described the situation as one of the clearest signs of institutional failure inherited by the current administration.

According to the NDC MP, the low carrying capacity of public transport became evident during the first Christmas season after the change of government, exposing a system that had been left dysfunctional and ill-prepared to meet public demand.

The Caucus said government has already outlined measures to expand the fleet of buses operated by state-owned transport companies.

It added that an improved financial environment will also enable private operators to supplement public services.

“Very soon, Ghanaians will witness significant improvements in public transportation within our cities,” Mr Ayariga said, noting that both public and private sector participation will be key to resolving the challenges.

The Majority maintained that the situation reinforces the need for prudent economic management, arguing that reliable public transport cannot exist without strong fiscal discipline and effective planning.