“Fuel Price Was GH₵23 Back Then” – Jantuah Defends Current Price, Ghanaians React

Presidential staffer Nana Yaa Jantuah has drawn public attention after stating that petrol in Ghana once cost GH₵23 per litre, adding that current prices remain below that level. Her comments were made during a live discussion on UTV Ghana, where rising transport costs and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union’s reported demand for a 30% fare increase were also discussed.

Jantuah’s comparison appeared intended to place present fuel prices against a previous peak. However, her remarks prompted reactions online, with some members of the public questioning the circumstances surrounding the figure and whether it provided a fair assessment of current prices.

Several viewers called for further explanation, including when petrol reportedly reached GH₵23 per litre and the economic conditions that contributed to the increase. Others questioned the international crude oil prices at the time and how they compare with current market rates.

The debate reflects wider concerns about fuel pricing in Ghana, where pump prices are influenced by several factors, including global crude oil costs and movements in the cedi against foreign currencies. Critics argue that comparisons with historical prices require sufficient context to help the public understand changes in the cost of fuel.

The discussion comes as transport fares remain a major concern for commuters and operators. Any increase in fares could place additional pressure on households already dealing with rising living costs.

Jantuah’s comments have therefore renewed calls for public officials to provide clear, evidence-based explanations when discussing economic issues. As debates over fuel prices and transport charges continue, citizens are seeking detailed information that explains how current costs compare with previous periods and what factors account for the differences.