The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has disputed the proposed 15% fare increase announced by the Concerned Drivers Association, scheduled to take effect on Monday, July 22.

General Secretary Emmanuel Ohene Yeboah says that the criteria for adjusting transport fares include a 10% increase in fuel prices from the previous pricing window and a continuous rise in spare parts—conditions that have not been met.

Mr Yeboah criticised the Association for not consulting with the GRTCC. “We have a standing rule that fare adjustments are based on a 10% increase in fuel prices from our last adjustment. Currently, the data does not support any fare increase. It appears that they are trying to create disruptions without proper engagement. We are open to discussions if they seek clarification, but their actions cannot dictate the terms for the majority of the industry, represented by the GPRTU and GRTCC, which account for 95-98% of operations.”

In response, the Concerned Drivers Association has stated that they will not engage with the GRTCC or the Transport Ministry about their proposed fare increase. David Agboado, the Association’s P.R.O., told The Pulse on JoyNews that fuel prices have risen by more than 11% since the last pricing window.

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“We do not need Transport of Coordinating Council before we do it , because we don't know the activity that it's coordinating between us and the ministry", Agboado said. “The increase exceeds 10%; it is 11.5%. Additionally, costs of spare parts, lubricants, and vehicles have all risen significantly. We need to adjust fares to sustain our business.”

He added that “Traders in Agbogbloshie and Kantamanto do not consult the Trade Minister when fixing their prices, why should it be only the transport sector that have to meet with the minister, and we don’t see any reason behind that.” he said