"We’ll Reduce Fares If Fuel Drops to ¢12 Per Litre" – GPRTU Assures Commuters

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has announced that it is willing to reduce transport fares if the price of fuel in Ghana drops to ¢12 per litre. The assurance comes as Ghanaians continue to face high transport costs due to increasing fuel prices.

“If fuel prices drop significantly, we have no reason to maintain high fares. Once it reaches ¢12 per litre, we will adjust fares accordingly,” a GPRTU spokesperson stated.

Currently, fuel prices remain above ¢14 per litre, making it difficult for transport operators to consider fare reductions. However, with ongoing discussions on fuel price stabilization, commuters are hopeful that relief may come soon.

Concerns from the Public

While some passengers welcome the news, others remain skeptical, as previous fare increments have rarely been reversed, even when fuel prices dropped.

???? Commuter Reactions:
✅ "This is good news, but will they truly reduce the fares when the time comes?"
✅ "We hope GPRTU keeps its word because transport costs are too high."

Government & Stakeholder Involvement

The government has been urged to:

• Regulate fuel pricing to provide stability for transport costs.
• Engage transport unions to ensure fair fare adjustments.

Conclusion:

The GPRTU’s assurance offers hope for commuters, but the real impact will depend on actual fuel price reductions and the union’s commitment to adjusting fares accordingly.