“Give Us Time” – GPRTU Responds to Calls for Transport Fare Reductions Amid Economic Stability
Industrial Relations Officer says fuel may have dropped, but rising lubricant and spare parts costs limit immediate fare reductions; calls for law to curb overcharging drivers
- Ghanaians demand transport fare reductions following lower inflation and a stronger cedi
- PRTU cites rising costs of lubricants and spare parts
- Overcharging by some drivers remains a major issue, prompting calls for legal enforcement to regulate fares
Ghanaians are calling for a reduction in public transport fares following a drop in inflation and the appreciation of the cedi against the US dollar.
Many commuters, however, continue to complain about exorbitant fares charged by drivers during rush hours.
In an interview with Kwame Tanko on the Ghana Se Sen Morning Show on January 14, 2026, Abass Imoro, Industrial Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), addressed the concerns.
He explained that although fuel prices have decreased, they had initially risen before dropping, and other operational costs such as lubricants and spare parts have not declined, with some even increasing.
“Give us some time to see how things will go. If there is supposed to be a reduction, it will happen, because we have done it before,” Mr. Imoro said.
He also highlighted that the problem lies with a few drivers charging fares above the regulated rates.
“A law must back this to curb the canker. If we enforce it, even if it’s just for one or two drivers, it will help curb the practice,” he added.
The GPRTU is urging patience while monitoring market trends before any official reduction in fares is implemented.
