Accra: The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has disclosed that the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service remains the leading public institution for reported bribe payments, although there was a decline in cases in 2025.
According to Ghana Web, the latest governance data from the GSS indicates that over half of the individuals interacting with the MTTD reported making unofficial payments. The percentage of reported bribe incidents decreased from 61% in 2024 to 53.7% in 2025.
During a Governance Series event held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu commented on the decline, noting it reflects some progress but emphasized the necessity for ongoing efforts to mitigate bribery risks in public institutions.
Dr. Iddrisu stated, "I must say that the police remain top of the list. Over half of those dealing with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department still reported giving a gift. But even there, the numbers moved in the right direction, as the share reduced from 61% in 2024 to 53.7% in 2025."
He further noted that all major public institutions previously identified with high levels of reported bribery showed improvements in the latest data. "When we did Wave Two, we listed the 20 institutions where individuals reported paying bribes the most. What we observed in Wave Three is that most of these institutions actually saw progress because the incidence of bribery reduced in each of them," Dr. Iddrisu explained.
Bribery remains concentrated in a few key public institutions, suggesting targeted reforms could enhance efficiency and public confidence in government services. The Government Statistician emphasized that sustained reforms in high-risk institutions are crucial in reducing corruption and improving Ghana's governance environment.