Ho tricycle riders defy Assembly’s directive not to charge new fares
Operators of tricycles, popularly called “Mahama Can do,” have defied a directive by the Ho Municipal Assembly not to charge the newly proposed fares, ranging between GhC4 and GhC12. The leaders of the tricycle operators in Ho claim that high fuel and spare parts prices led them to raise fares to keep up with the […]
Tricycle operators in Ho, Ghana, have ignored a directive from the Ho Municipal Assembly, refusing to abandon their newly proposed fares. The operators claim that rising fuel and spare parts prices have necessitated the fare increase, which now ranges between GhC4 and GhC12. The Volta Region branch of the National Union of Tricycle Operators, Ghana, approved the new fares on September 7, 2026.
The announcement of the price hike led to confusion among commuters in Ho, with some acknowledging prior notification and others unaware of the change, refusing to pay the higher fees. The Ho Municipal Assembly's Chief Executive, Stephen Adom, issued a statement urging the riders to cease charging the new fares, citing the potential for unrest and hardship for commuters. They have called for negotiations between the operators and the public to find a mutually acceptable solution.
In response, the tricycle operators' leaders expressed disappointment in the Assembly's decision and attributed the fare hike to the challenging economic situation in the country, citing increased fuel and maintenance costs. They emphasized their commitment to maintaining fair and affordable prices, stating that they must also support their families, many of whom are students taking care of their loved ones.
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