The Ghana Private Roads and Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) have asked commuters not to pay any proposed new transport fares that have not yet received official clearance.
This declaration comes in reaction to the Transport Operators Union and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana announcing a 30% rise in transportation charges on April 13, 2024.
In a joint press release, the GPRTU and GRTCC indicated that the decision to hike fares stemmed from the government’s inability to address their concerns.
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However, the GPRTU and the GRTCC highlighted in their statement that any rate increase that exceeds the boundaries specified by the Administrative Instrument controlling the evaluation of public transport fares in the nation is unconstitutional and should be rejected.
Furthermore, both organizations emphasized their continuous efforts to work with stakeholders and the Ministry of Transport to properly examine the different cost components and establish a mutually acceptable conclusion.
“We are by this statement, urging the Regional Administrations, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies and the Station Welfare committees to ensure compliance to the existing fares as no such decision has been taken regarding any fare increment.
“We also want to urge all drivers to abide by this directive and have confidence in the leadership. We will continue to push for the welfare of transport operators.”
