General Secretary of the Motorcycle Couriers Union of Ghana (MCUG), has urged regulatory bodies to adopt a fair and collaborative approach in their engagements with motorcycle riders nationwide.
Mr. Abugri dismissed recent allegations that some riders consume food meant for delivery, describing such claims as “misleading and damaging” to the reputation of hardworking couriers.
> “Our members work tirelessly to ensure that goods reach customers safely and on time. The public must hear our side of the story before making assumptions,” he said.
The MCUG Secretary expressed concern over what he termed unfair treatment and victimisation of riders by some state institutions, which he said creates unnecessary obstacles to their operations.
> “Unlike private companies such as Ulba and Co., our riders can be blocked or delayed at any time, which is neither fair nor just,” he noted.
Mr. Abugri called on the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) to partner with the union by placing official stickers on food items meant for delivery to prevent misunderstandings and protect riders from false accusations of mishandling goods.
He also advised members to remain law-abiding, professional, and responsible in their dealings.
> “If you want to eat, buy for yourself. This will protect both your reputation and the trust our clients place in us,” he cautioned.
Highlighting the economic importance of the profession, Mr. Abugri emphasized that motorcycle couriers are not only service providers but also investors contributing significantly to Ghana’s logistics and delivery sector.
> “The courier profession has helped reduce unemployment by providing thousands of young Ghanaians with income-generating opportunities. Governance and regulatory bodies must consider our members in all policy and decision-making processes,” he added.
Mr. Abugri further stressed that riders are stakeholders, not just employees, and their voices should be included in all discussions concerning regulations and policy.
He called for constructive dialogue between regulators and the union to ensure transparency, fairness, and mutual respect — adding that effective collaboration would improve road safety and strengthen service delivery.
In conclusion, the MCUG Secretary appealed to all stakeholders, including regulators, service providers, and the general public, to recognize the critical role of motorcycle couriers in Ghana’s growing delivery industry and to help create an enabling environment for their operations.
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