Joseph Bukari Nikpe

Joseph Bukari Nikpe

politician Ghana

Joseph Bukari Nikpe is the Minister of Transport in Ghana, responsible for overseeing the country's transport policies and initiatives. Recently, he has been in the news for engaging with transport unions regarding potential adjustments in transport fares due to the rising costs of fuel and spare parts. His proactive approach aims to foster cooperation between the government and transport unions, ensuring that any fare changes are negotiated fairly and transparently.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
93,007
Power
201$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ghana 2 8.00 0.27% +10% 31,072,945 93,007 $67,000 201$
Totals 2 31,072,945 93,007 $67,000 201$
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Recent Mentions

Ghana Ghana: Dorcas Affo-Toffey stated that she will work with her sector minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe to revamp the railway sector. 9

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: What Dorcas Affo-Toffey told Parliament's vetting committee about building rail line from Jomoro to Tema

Ghana Ghana: Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe has inaugurated new boards for the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority and the National Road Safety Authority. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: LIST: See the members of the new DVLA and National Road Safety Authority Boards

Ghana Ghana: The Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has appealed to foreign airlines operating in the country’s airspace to showcase newspapers from the stables of the Graphic Communications Group Ltd on board their flights. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Showcase Graphic newspapers, reduce airfares - Minister appeals to airline operators

Ghana Ghana: Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister, signed the press release announcing the ban on excavators. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Ghana bans importation of excavators in bid to curb illegal mining

Ghana Ghana: Joseph Bukari Nikpe has explained the reduction of the age limit qualification for 'Okada' riders. 7

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: 'Okada' riders age qualification reduced from 25 to 21 - Transport Minister

Ghana Ghana: Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister of Transport, spoke at a national stakeholder consultation about new licensing regulations for okada riders. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: New rules set for Okada riders in Ghana; Only 25-year-olds and above can ride

Ghana Ghana: The Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has established a 13-member committee tasked with reviewing the ban on the commercial use of motorcycles and tricycles in Ghana. 7

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Transport Minister forms 13-member committee to review ‘Okada’ ban

Ghana Ghana: Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, emphasized the government’s commitment to maritime education and job creation. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Regional Maritime University matriculates 675 students for 2024/2025 academic year