Residents of Nungua have commended the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) for its proactive decision to reduce transportation fares by 15%, effective May 24, 2025. The fare adjustment follows recent fuel price reductions across Ghana.
Locals described the move as timely and compassionate, easing the financial strain many commuters have endured in recent months. They applauded the GPRTU for prioritizing the welfare of ordinary Ghanaians during a challenging economic period.
In light of the fare reduction, residents are urging the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) to follow suit by lowering the prices of essential goods, particularly food and household items. They argue that despite lower fuel costs, consumer prices have remained stubbornly high, thereby diminishing the impact of falling fuel prices.
Many believe that reducing goods prices in tandem with transportation fares would meaningfully address inflation and improve household living standards.
A local businesswoman, Ms. Okainley Teye, shared her perspective: “Things are hard, so this small reduction means a lot to some of us. I thank GPRTU for listening to the people; they have done so well. It’s important we feel the impact of the drop in the prices of fuel.”
Mr. George Adjetey, a teacher commuting daily from Nungua to Tema, added, “This is the kind of leadership we want to see. If fuel prices go down, then fares should go down too. GPRTU has shown that they are serious about fairness.”
Others, like welder Solomon Mensah, questioned the inertia in retail pricing: “Why are food prices still the same when fuel prices and transport costs have reduced? We expect GUTA and market leaders to also bring down prices. Traders cannot continue to use high transport fares as an excuse.”
Commercial drivers have also expressed optimism, hoping that the fare reduction will increase ridership and rebuild public trust in the transport sector. “When we increase fares, people complain; some even stop boarding cars. Now that we are about to reduce them, we expect more passengers to come on board,” said Nana Kwame Agyekum, a commercial driver.
