The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has announced plans to engage with authorities to discuss a potential adjustment in transport fares.
According to Deputy Public Relations Officer Samuel Amoah, the increment may be revised upward following the projected rise in fuel prices by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) for the second half of March.
Speaking on Frontline on Rainbow Radio 87.5 FM, Amoah clarified that it is misconceived that GPRTU automatically increases prices with every fuel price hike, as other critical components influence pricing decisions.
He noted that by March 17, 2026, the union would communicate the outcome of the meeting to Ghanaians.
Mr Amoah emphasised that despite exercising restraint throughout 2025 and early 2026, during which fuel prices remained steady or declined, the current fuel price jump would necessitate passing costs on to commuters.
He assured that any fare revision would be implemented reasonably, without disclosing a specific percentage or timeline.
He stated that the GPRTU’s fare adjustments are not solely based on fuel prices, citing persistently high costs of vehicle maintenance, spare parts, tyres, and lubricants as equally significant factors in pricing decisions.
