Some drivers have refused to comply with the recently announced 15% reduction in transport fares
Some commercial drivers in Adidome, Central Tongu District, have defied the fare adjustment announced by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport.
The 15 percent reduction in transport fares officially took effect today, Saturday, May 24, 2025.
The fare adjustment, announced by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport, was expected to bring relief to commuters following a reduction in fuel prices.
However, some passengers who spoke to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) on Saturday expressed disappointment, stating that many drivers are still charging the old fares, particularly the GH₵20 fare on the Adidome–Sogakope route.
“I was expecting to pay less today, but the driver insisted on taking the old fare,” a passenger lamented, adding, “It’s very worrying, especially when the directive was clear.”
Some drivers, while acknowledging the directive, said they are not implementing the reduction yet due to multiple challenges.
They cited high operational costs, including vehicle maintenance, spare parts, and licensing fees, which remain unchanged despite the drop in fuel prices.
Others mentioned delays in receiving official fare charts from transport unions, leading to uncertainty about the revised rates.
“We’ve heard the directive, but for operational reasons, we will begin the new fares on Monday,” one commercial driver explained.
Some drivers also expressed concerns about inconsistencies in how the new fares are being communicated, with no clear enforcement or monitoring measures in place, making it difficult to comply immediately.
This delay has sparked concern among commuters, many of whom believe drivers are taking advantage of the situation to make additional profits at the expense of passengers.
Authorities have yet to respond to the drivers’ non-compliance, but transport unions are expected to begin monitoring implementation across the country to ensure adherence.
The 15 percent fare reduction was introduced as a measure to alleviate the financial burden on commuters following recent decreases in fuel prices.
Transport unions and regulatory bodies have urged drivers to comply with the new pricing to maintain public trust and avoid potential sanctions.