Motorists have been advised to verify traffic violation notices received under the newly introduced TraffiTech-GH automated traffic enforcement system before making payments, following reports of fraudulent messages designed to steal financial information.
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) in a public notice dated November 9, 2026, indicated it has observed text messages falsely accusing recipients of traffic offences, including speeding, and directing them to suspicious links to pay purported fines.
Such messages, the CSA explains contains ticket and vehicle details intended to make the allegations appear genuine.
It explained that recipients who clicked on the links were redirected to fraudulent payment portals and asked to provide sensitive financial information, including bank card numbers, expiry dates and Card Verification Values (CVVs).
The scammers also provide alternative payment options, including online links and USSD codes, to persuade unsuspecting motorists to make payments.
The CSA alert follows an earlier alert by the Ghana Police Service on November 2, 2026, a day after the TraffiTech-GH system became operational on November 1.
The Police said the alert followed reports of motorists receiving messages from ordinary mobile phone numbers claiming their vehicles had been captured committing traffic offences. The messages directed recipients to shortened web links to settle the alleged fines.
The Service subsequently reiterated its warning and advised vehicle owners against paying traffic fines into personal mobile money numbers or through unofficial accounts.
How to identify genuine traffic notices
According to the Police, genuine Electronic Notices of Violation (ENV) issued under the TraffiTech-GH system should originate from the official sender ID, GPS-MTTD.
Motorists have therefore been advised to treat messages from other numbers with caution and verify the details of alleged offences before making payments.
The details to check include the vehicle registration number, location, date and time of the alleged violation.
The Police have also indicated that motorists can use their ticket numbers to access photographic and video evidence of alleged traffic offences through the official TraffiTech-GH portal.
This allows vehicle owners to check the evidence relating to an alleged violation before making a payment or challenging the notice.
Where to pay traffic fines
The Police have identified https://traffitech-ghpay.nib.com.gh as the official payment portal for verified traffic fines.
Motorists can also use the USSD code 7100# to settle verified fines. Payments can also be made through the government's Ghana.gov payment platform.
The Service has cautioned motorists against transferring money to personal mobile money numbers or private accounts, as such payments are not recognised as official traffic fine payments.
Motorists who disagree with an Electronic Notice of Violation have 14 days from its issuance to contest the alleged offence.
Where to seek assistance
Motorists who receive suspicious messages or require assistance with the TraffiTech-GH system can contact the Police on 191 or the toll-free number 18555.
Further enquiries about the system can be directed to its call centre on 059 692 2402.
The CSA has also urged the public not to click on suspicious links, disclose banking information or share one-time passwords (OTPs) in response to unsolicited messages.
It has encouraged people who encounter suspected cybercrime incidents to report them through its 24-hour Cybersecurity/Cybercrime Incident Reporting Point of Contact on 292, WhatsApp on 0501603111 or email at
