Today, April 10, 2024, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) will convene with the Transport Ministry to deliberate on proposals for a possible transport fare increment slated for Saturday, April 13, 2024.
The suggested fare adjustment is a response to escalating fuel costs, articulated by both the Concerned Drivers Association and the Transport Operators of Ghana, who aim to mitigate the impact of rising expenses.
David Agboado, the Public Relations Officer for the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana, affirmed in an interview their unwavering stance on the proposed 20% fare hike as GPRTU engages with the government.
“We are meeting with the ministry but it won’t change anything. We will still take the 20%,” Mr Agboado said, adding “This time around, whether the minister says anything or he plays the gimmicks that he keeps playing, the transport fare will be increased. The western region has started it. Parts of even Greater Accra are taking the 20%.
“So it is very welcoming news to the drivers and we have accepted it in good faith and we will take the 20%, whether GPRTU meets with the ministry, we don’t have a problem with it.”