Some commercial transport operators in Kumasi charge additional Gh¢1 amid rising fuel prices
Some commercial transport operators at Tech Junction in the Oforikrom Municipality of the Ashanti Region have increased their fares by one Ghana cedi, citing rising fuel prices. The drivers say the increase is intended to help them cope with the high cost of fuel and ensure they can continue operating their vehicles and transporting passengers […]
Commercial transport operators in Kumasi's Tech Junction area have raised their fares by one Ghana cedi (Gh¢1) due to soaring fuel prices, according to a recent report. The drivers, affiliated with the PROTOA group and their station masters, claim the additional charge will enable them to afford fuel and maintain their operations.
Speaking to AdomNews, Kwaku Baafi, a PROTOA member, expressed concern over the high cost of fuel, stating that it significantly impacts their income. He appealed to the government to address the issue. However, Protoa Station Master Alhaji Hassan Yusuf Sadick clarified that there was no official fare increase from transport operator leadership.
Instead, he explained that the additional charge was introduced to encourage drivers to continue operating in adverse conditions. The additional fee has been generally accepted by passengers, who acknowledge the drivers' challenges. Some passengers, though, urged the government to take immediate action to reduce fuel prices, citing the need to lower transport fares.
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