The death of popular Circle phone dealer Nana Yaw Kyere has brought security concerns within parts of Teshie-Nungua back into the spotlight. Kyere reportedly travelled to Teshie to complete a business transaction before communication with him ceased. His family subsequently confirmed that he had been found dead, while investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death continue.
According to an investigation by Ghanaian journalist Mac-Jordan Degadjor, some Uber, Bolt and Yango drivers are reportedly reluctant to accept trips to parts of the enclave after dark. Drivers reportedly cancel night trips to areas such as Teshie Malik, Teshie Agblezaa, Teshie Market, Teshie Mobil, the LEKMA Hospital area, Greda Estate and Nungua Barrier due to previous cases of phone snatching, assaults, car theft and drivers being lured to quiet locations.
Some drivers are said to avoid trips beyond 8 pm, especially when the pickup or destination is inside an unfamiliar neighbourhood. The concern is reportedly linked to poor lighting, isolated roads and previous reports of robbery. However, the locations have not been officially declared dangerous by the Ghana Police Service.
Research highlights wider safety concerns for ride-hailing drivers in Ghana. A study published in May 2026 involved 23 female ride-hailing drivers, with 19 (83%) saying they avoided driving at night or entering certain neighbourhoods because of security concerns. The study shows how concerns about robbery, harassment, and personal safety shape where and when drivers work.
Teshie-Nungua remains a large and busy enclave where thousands of people live and work without difficulty. The concerns therefore do not mean every part of the area is unsafe. Nevertheless, the latest discussion has renewed calls for improved street lighting, stronger police patrols and better protection for ride-hailing drivers operating after dark.
The reported death of Nana Yaw Kyere has also sparked reactions from the public. Ohemaa Woyeje, a Ghanaian media personality, expressed distress over the alleged violence in an Instagram post. Police reportedly arrested at least three suspects, while investigations into the circumstances of his death continued.
The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of ride-hailing drivers in Ghana. The Ghanaian media and public are calling for action to be taken to ensure the safety of drivers and prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
Key points
- Some ride-hailing drivers in Ghana avoid trips to certain areas of Teshie-Nungua at night due to security concerns.
- A study found that 83% of female ride-hailing drivers in Ghana avoid driving at night or entering certain neighbourhoods due to security concerns.
- The incident has renewed calls for improved street lighting, stronger police patrols and better protection for ride-hailing drivers operating after dark.
