Commercial transport operators have welcomed government’s move to cut fuel prices and confirmed that fares will stay the same after the recent revision of fuel taxes.
The statement follows government’s decision on April 15, 2026, to adjust certain tax components in the petroleum pricing formula, resulting in lower pump prices.
Petrol dropped by 36 pesewas while diesel fell by GH¢2 per litre.
Operators had earlier signaled a possible fare review, pointing to high fuel costs and running expenses as reasons for potential hikes.
However, speaking to journalists in Accra after the reduction, the Deputy Industrial and Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Samuel Amoah, praised government for the step and said intended fare changes have been put on hold.
According to him, the existing fare rates will continue, describing the cut as a welcome relief even though they had hoped for a bigger reduction in fuel prices.
“The decision from the GPRTU and other transport unions is that, we are going to maintain the fares that we are currently taking. Although we were expecting it to be higher, half a loaf is better than none,” he said. The move is expected to offer short-term stability in transport costs for commuters nationwide.
