Accra: The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) have refuted reports of a proposed 20 percent hike in public transport fares, which was reportedly set to commence on June 2, 2026.
According to Ghana Web, a joint statement was released on June 1, 2026, signed by Godfred Abulbire, General Secretary of the GPRTU, and Emmanuel Ohene Yeboah, General Secretary of the GRTCC. The statement clarified that there had been no discussions with the Ministry of Transport concerning any fare increase, thus rendering the reported fare hike invalid.
The statement emphasized that the transport union executives had not engaged with the Ministry in any discussion about adjusting transport fares upward. Additionally, the unions highlighted that the alleged decision did not adhere to the established protocols for fare reviews between transport unions and the Ministry of Transport.
Reports had suggested that some commercial transport operators planned to raise fares by 20 percent starting June 2, due to increasing operational costs. However, the unions underscored that no official approval had been granted for such an adjustment.
The unions condemned the announcement and urged both commuters and transport operators to ignore it. They called upon all drivers, vehicle owners, loading point managers, and other stakeholders in the transport sector to continue charging the existing approved fares until further notice.
The GPRTU and GRTCC reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the interests of transport operators and commuters, pledging to work diligently to safeguard their welfare.