Commercial transport operators in Kumasi have turned down the government’s proposal to raise fares by 8%, arguing that the increase falls short of covering the escalating costs of fuel and vehicle upkeep.
Drivers contend that frequent fuel price rises and the growing cost of spare parts have eroded their earnings, making it hard to support families under the current fare structure.
Abubakar Issah, Chairman of the Concerned Transport Operators at Anloga Junction, said the 8% bump was inadequate, noting that they had not added any fare since fuel prices began climbing. He added, “We were expecting at least 25% or 30%, but unfortunately, we did not get that.”
Some passengers have also voiced concerns, arguing that commuters are already struggling and that another fare hike would further strain their livelihoods. “The drivers have already increased the fares, so there is no need for another increase,” a passenger told Adom News.
While the drivers plan to comply with their union’s decision, they maintain that the government does not understand their plight and that the proposed adjustment does not reflect the realities of commercial transport operators in the city.
