{"id":135065,"date":"2023-12-27T13:36:24","date_gmt":"2023-12-27T13:36:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/12\/27\/next-ndc-government-will-scrap-emissions-tax-asuogyaman-mp\/"},"modified":"2023-12-27T13:36:24","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T13:36:24","slug":"next-ndc-government-will-scrap-emissions-tax-asuogyaman-mp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/12\/27\/next-ndc-government-will-scrap-emissions-tax-asuogyaman-mp\/","title":{"rendered":"Next NDC government will scrap emissions tax \u2013 Asuogyaman MP \u2013"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The Member of\u00a0Parliament\u00a0for Asuogyaman Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has stated that the next NDC government, under President John Mahama, will abolish the GH\u00a2100 yearly emission tax introduced by the current Akufo-Addo and Bawumia administration.<\/p>\n<p>He said the minority caucus attempted to block the passage of the tax but the majority used their numerical advantage to pass it.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking to commercial motorcyclists popularly known as Okada in Fintey, Osiabura, and Asikuma enclaves within the Asuogyaman Constituency after providing free fuel as part of the Christmas celebrations, Thomas Nyarko described the tax as insensitive and obnoxious, assuring that President Mahama and the NDC will eliminate the GH\u00a2100 tax imposed on petrol and diesel engines, including motorbikes.<\/p>\n<p>The MP also explained that the anticipated positive impact on living standards through the implementation of a 24-hour economy by the next NDC government, set to commence in 2025.<\/p>\n<p>The recently passed Emissions Levy Bill, which imposes a GH\u00a2100 annual fee on petrol and diesel vehicle owners starting January 2024, aims to promote eco-friendly energy sources and offset carbon emissions.<\/p>\n<p>The tax faced opposition from the Minority in\u00a0Parliament, labeling it a \u2018wusie tax\u2019 that could worsen the economic challenges faced by citizens.<\/p>\n<p>While the government emphasizes climate-positive actions, the move has sparked debates over its potential impact on various sectors, including commercial vehicles, private vehicles, ambulances, \u2018okadas,\u2019 and \u2018aboboyaas.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>If the bill receives presidential assent, companies will also be required to pay GH\u00a2100 per tonne of carbon dioxide emission.<\/p>\n<p>The tax initiative aligns with broader environmental goals, as evidenced by the government\u2019s decision to apply a zero-VAT rate on imported electric vehicles in the 2024 budget.<\/p>\n<p>Finance minister Ofori-Atta previously outlined plans to expand the Environmental Excise Duty to cover plastic packaging, industrial emissions, and vehicle emissions, showcasing a comprehensive approach to environmental stewardship.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source:\u00a0<\/strong>starrfm.com.gh<\/p>\n<p><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 --><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Member of\u00a0Parliament\u00a0for Asuogyaman Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has stated that the next NDC government, under President John Mahama, will abolish the GH\u00a2100 yearly emission tax introduced by the current Akufo-Addo and Bawumia administration. 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