The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) is scheduled to engage in discussions with the Transport Ministry today, April 10, 2024, regarding proposals for a potential increase in transport fares planned for Saturday, April 13, 2024.
The proposed fare adjustment is prompted by escalating fuel prices, as indicated by the Concerned Drivers Association and the Transport Operators of Ghana. These unions have declared their intention to raise fares to counteract the rising operational costs.
David Agboado, the Public Relations Officer for the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana, affirmed in an interview that they remain steadfast in their proposal for a 20% fare hike despite the meeting between GPRTU and 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.”
