- GPRTU reduces fares by 15% starting May 24, 2025, due to an 18% drop in fuel prices
- Passengers encouraged to report non-compliant drivers to authorities
- GPRTU urges transport operators to display both old and new fare rates to prevent confusion
Abbas Ibrahim Moro, the Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), has explained the recent decision to reduce transport fares by 15%, effective Saturday, May 24, 2025.
In an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem morning show, Mr. Moro referred to the fare reduction as a calculated risk aimed at easing the financial strain on passengers following a decline in fuel prices.
“Our decision is like playing the lottery—it’s a big gamble. It could work out for us, or it could backfire, but we believe it’s the right choice,” he said.
Mr. Moro disclosed that the fare cut came after discussions between the GPRTU national executives and officials from the Ministry of Transport. He noted that the primary factor behind the decision was the 18% drop in fuel prices across the country.
“The drop in fuel prices is the sole reason for this adjustment. Normally, we adjust fares based on a third of the fuel price change, but this time we chose to reduce fares by 15% to ease passengers’ burdens,” he explained.
While acknowledging that some drivers may resist implementing the new fares, Mr. Moro emphasized that there would be consequences for non-compliance.
“If your Union has decided, you must follow suit. If any driver refuses to reduce the fare as instructed, passengers should report them to the nearest police station. We’re not advocating for violence, but please report non-compliant drivers,” he stressed.
Responding to rumors that he encouraged passengers to assault drivers who do not comply, Moro strongly denied the claim.
“I never said drivers should be beaten. That’s inappropriate. What I said was that passengers should report such drivers to the authorities,” he clarified.
To minimize conflicts with passengers, he encouraged transport operators to display both the old and new fare rates clearly.
“To prevent unnecessary disputes, we advise our members to display both the old and new fares for passengers to see,” he added.
Moro also recognized the pressure from passengers calling for fare reductions and encouraged them to be patient and cooperative.
“Passengers were constantly calling for fare reductions. We understand their concerns, which is why we’ve made this decision now,” he said.
He concluded by expressing hope that all stakeholders, including other transport unions, would join in implementing the fare reduction.
“We believe that when the time comes, we can all come together to reduce fares for the benefit of everyone,” he concluded.
