Minority wants GH¢1 fuel levy scrapped permanently despite suspension

The Minority in Parliament has called for the permanent abolition of the GH¢1 per litre fuel levy, despite the government's temporary suspension of the charge. Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament’s Energy Committee, Collins Adomako-Mensah, argued that the suspension only offers consumers short-term relief and that the levy will return once the suspension period ends.

The Minority maintains its opposition to the levy, insisting it should have been abolished from the beginning rather than suspended for a limited period. They also questioned the decision to impose the charge per litre instead of per gallon, citing the potential for a reduced burden on motorists and transport operators. The Minority's stance comes in light of the government's recent decision to suspend the levy for October and November as part of measures to cushion consumers against rising fuel prices.

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