The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has declared its intention to revisit and adjust transport fares downward when general operating conditions show improvement.
According to Abass Imoro, Public Relations Officer of GPRTU, despite commuter concerns, conditions do not currently warrant a fare reduction.
Imoro emphasised that fuel is merely one component of the overall operational costs of commercial vehicles, with other significant factors including spare parts, vehicle maintenance, tires, lubricants, and financing costs. In a media interview, he elaborated that these costs remain prohibitively high, thereby precluding fare reductions.
The union cited the 15 percent fare reduction implemented in May 2025 as evidence of their commitment to adjusting fares when operating conditions improve, a decision Imoro noted was made voluntarily following notable enhancements in their operational environment.
“The last 15 per cent reduction was not forced on us. We saw the need and acted accordingly. Government was trying to make Ghana smile again, and we joined that effort by doing our part,” he said.
“We are still buying spare parts and engine oil at the same prices. For instance, the five litres of oil I bought last year at GH¢600 is still selling at GH¢600 today. Despite the appreciation of the cedi, these prices have not come down.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
