A communications member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Tema West Constituency, James Tamakloe, has called on Ghanaians and political actors to refrain from politicising fuel price increases, urging a more objective national conversation on the issue.
Speaking on Nkosuo Nsem on Plan B FM with host Kofi Sekyi, Mr. Tamakloe stressed that Ghana’s reliance on imported crude makes fuel pricing largely dependent on global market dynamics, and not solely domestic policy decisions.
His comments come ahead of a scheduled meeting between the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ministry of Transport on Tuesday, April 7, to deliberate on rising fuel costs and their impact on the transport sector.
The engagement follows growing concerns among transport operators over recent hikes in petroleum prices, largely driven by global tensions in the Middle East. These developments have significantly increased operational costs, raising the likelihood of transport fare adjustments.
Mr. Tamakloe sympathised with members of the GPRTU, noting that transport operators often bear the brunt of fuel price increases. He urged government to consider reducing taxes on petroleum products to help cushion the impact on drivers and commuters.
Drivers across the country have been mounting pressure on union leadership to act, warning that the continuous rise in fuel prices is putting severe strain on their daily operations.
Mr. Tamakloe emphasised the need for constructive engagement, insisting that the issue should be addressed without political undertones but with practical solutions that reflect the realities of the global oil market.
By: Bernard Mensah |Planbfmonline.com
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