Fuel reduction: Government engages transport unions over fare reduction

Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has reassured Ghanaians that transport fares will not change for now, despite the recent drop in fuel prices.

This is in response to increasing public requests for fare reductions, especially following earlier warnings from transport unions about potential fare hikes during fuel price hikes.

According to Mr. Nikpe, the Ministry is actively communicating with transport unions and operators following the fuel reduction.

He mentioned that any adjustment in fares is based on a well-established formula.

“I am in constant touch with the unions and transport operators. We have a formula in which we use to either increase or reduce prices, and we have not gotten there yet,” he said.

The minister highlighted the necessity of collaborating with stakeholders to ensure stability within the sector and reassured commuters that fares would remain steady for the time being.

“We are in good touch. We are working together, and Ghanaians should be rest assured that prices will be kept for some time before any of the adjustments will be made,” Mr. Nikpe added.

The Ministry’s position aims to strike a balance between providing relief for commuters and ensuring the sustainability of transport operations while talks about potential fare reviews continue.

Source The Ghana Report