The University of Cape Coast (UCC) Students' Representative Council (SRC), under the leadership of President Abraham Norman Nortey, has successfully distributed free UCC taxi identification stickers to all affiliated taxi drivers.

This initiative, a key campaign promise of the SRC administration, aims to enhance security, ensure easy identification of taxis, and improve transportation services for students and staff.

The council sees the introduction of the identification stickers as a strategic intervention designed to streamline the university's transport system. With these official stickers, students can easily distinguish between registered campus taxis and unauthorised ones, thereby reducing the risk of boarding unverified vehicles.

Speaking at the distribution event, Miss Lauren Baaba Annan, who represented SRC President Abraham Norman Nortey, emphasised the importance of the initiative in creating a more structured and secure transportation system on campus.

"This is a step towards ensuring that our students have access to safe and recognized transportation services on campus.

"The SRC is committed to initiatives that directly impact student life, and we will continue to deliver on our promises. This initiative not only benefits students but also provides credibility to our taxi drivers, who now have official identification that distinguishes them from other operators," she stated.

The introduction of the stickers has been met with enthusiasm and appreciation from the university's taxi drivers. Many highlighted the financial relief the initiative brings, as they no longer have to bear the cost of acquiring such identification on their own.

A visibly elated driver, Samuel Kwame Mensah, expressed his gratitude, noting that the stickers will make it easier for students to recognize and trust their services.

"This is a great relief for us as drivers. It helps students identify us quickly and gives them confidence in using our services. We are grateful to the SRC for thinking about both the students and us," he remarked.

Another driver, Madam Esther Amoah, commended the SRC for taking such a proactive step, emphasizing that the initiative enhances their credibility.

"Previously, some students were hesitant to board our taxis because they couldn’t differentiate between campus taxis and others. This initiative solves that problem and reassures them that they are in safe hands," she explained.

With the 62nd SRC administration actively implementing its campaign promises, this initiative is yet another testament to President Abraham Norman Nortey’s commitment to student welfare and campus development. From advocating for improved transport services to ensuring security within the university community, the SRC’s actions continue to resonate with students and stakeholders alike.

The leadership’s dedication to transparency and proactive governance has set a new benchmark for SRC administrations. As students look forward to more transformative projects, expectations remain high for additional interventions that will further enhance campus life.

This initiative serves as a clear indication that the SRC, under President Nortey’s leadership, is focused on delivering tangible results, ensuring that promises made during the campaign season translate into real benefits for the UCC community.