Fraudsters are exploiting the introduction of Ghana’s automated traffic enforcement system to circulate fake traffic violation messages and trick motorists into making payments through fraudulent online platforms.
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) says it has observed text messages impersonating TraffiTech-GH, the Ghana Police Service’s digital traffic enforcement system, which became operational nationwide on November 1, 2026.
The fraudulent messages accuse recipients of traffic offences, particularly speeding, and direct them to links where they are asked to view alleged violations and pay purported fines.
In a public alert issued on November 9, the Authority said the messages contain fabricated ticket and vehicle details and direct recipients to fake payment portals that request debit and credit card information.
The portals reportedly seek card numbers, expiry dates and Card Verification Values (CVV), while alternative online payment links and USSD codes are used to make the requests appear credible.
The CSA has urged motorists to avoid clicking on such links and to verify any traffic violation notification before taking action.
It says genuine notifications should carry the official sender identification **GPS-MTTD** and has advised motorists to check the Electronic Notice of Violation for the vehicle photograph and registration number, location, date and time of the alleged offence.
Payments should be made through the NIB Payment Portal at https://traffitech-ghpay.nib.com.gh or by dialling *710*0# and following the prompts using the ticket number.
The Authority has also cautioned motorists: “Never pay a traffic fine into a personal mobile money number or through any unofficial account.”
TraffiTech-GH is an automated traffic law enforcement programme introduced by the Ghana Police Service to improve compliance with road traffic regulations and reduce crashes, injuries and deaths.
The system uses cameras and digital devices to capture traffic offences and support the issuance of electronic notices to vehicle owners.
The nationwide rollout began on November 1, 2026, initially focusing on speeding offences at selected locations.
The programme is being implemented through a partnership between the Ministry of the Interior, the Ghana Police Service and private partner Nationwide Traffic Management and Enforcement Limited.
According to the Ministry of Finance’s 2024 Annual Report on Public-Private Partnership Projects, the agreement was signed in December 2022 under a Design, Build, Finance, Operate, Maintain and Transfer model.
The project has an estimated cost of GH¢77.73 million and a concession period of 11 years, expected to run until December 2033.
