The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has strongly refuted claims by the Alliance of Drivers – Ghana, which alleges that rising spare parts prices are a major factor behind their planned 20% fare increase set to take effect on March 17, 2025.
In a statement released on March 16, the association described the claims as “false, misleading, and must be disregarded by the public.”
The Public Relations Officer of the association, Takyi Addo, insisted that spare parts prices have remained stable and have not influenced transport costs.
“There have been no changes in import duties or market conditions that could justify the assertion that spare parts costs are driving transportation fare hikes,” he stated.
According to the association, stock levels remain stable, and essential vehicle components, including engine oil and filters, have not experienced price increases.
“Any attempt to attribute fare increases to rising spare parts costs is unwarranted and an effort to mislead the Ghanaian public,” the statement added.
The association urged the Alliance of Drivers – Ghana to ensure that fare adjustments are based on factual economic indicators rather than unfounded claims.
They also called for transparency in discussions about fare increases, emphasizing the need for collaboration with government regulators and transport unions.
Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Abass Imoro, has also dismissed the drivers’ claims, stating that no consensus has been reached on the proposed fare increase.
