Non-Tariff Barriers

Complaint

Complaint number

NTB-000-515  

NTB Type

Other type: Police delay  

Complaint

The Police sopped about seven (7) trucks insisted on checking their first aid box. Upon checks, the Police discovered that some of the boxes did not have some items. The Police suggested that drivers go to town and get those items before they allow them to proceed with their journey.  

Status note

Drivers were released after GSA's intervention  

Progress update note

When called, GSA asked the driver to give the police few minutes.
About 10 minutes later GSA called to speak to the Police. The Police narrated exactly what the driver earlier told GSA.

GSA took the opportunity to explain the implications of delaying these drivers, clarifying that, that does not give driver any right to violate the country's laws. GSA however stressed that in the event where the issues are minor, the Police should advise the drivers and let them go.

GSA also assured the Police that they would factor the issue of the first aid box and its importance in their next sensitisation programme for Haulers of International Cargo.  

Policy or regulatory NTB

No 

Location

Ghana: Police, Pong Tamale (Other)  

Reporting Country

Burkina Faso  

Reporting Town

 

Date of incident

2026-05-13  

Status

Resolved  

Date of resolution

2026-05-13  

Product Description

 

Product Originating Country

 

Total value

0  

Date reported

2026-05-13 15:48  

Modified

2026-05-13 15:55