GPRTU hints at possible transport fare hike over rising fuel prices

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has indicated that transport fares could increase as soon as fuel prices are projected to rise in the upcoming pricing window.

The union explained that any hike in fuel prices may force transport operators to reconsider lorry fares in order to cope with growing operational expenses.

This comes ahead of the second fuel pricing window set to begin on Monday, March 16, with industry analysts predicting a likely increase in pump prices nationwide.

Industry figures show that the price floor for petrol has risen to GH¢11.57 per litre, up from GH¢10.46 per litre recorded between March 1 and 15.

Similarly, diesel’s price floor has jumped significantly to GH¢14.35 per litre from GH¢11.42 per litre, while liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has increased to GH¢10.67 per kilogramme from GH¢9.38 per kilogramme.

Overall, this reflects increases of GH¢1.11 for petrol, GH¢2.93 for diesel, and GH¢1.29 for LPG within the same month.

Speaking on Channel One Newsroom on Channel One TV on Sunday, March 15, 2026, the Industrial Relations Officer of the GPRTU, Abass Imoro, said transport operators are already struggling with the impact of rising operating costs.

“You know we operate to make profit, and for some time now fares have remained unchanged. Some drivers even attempted to raise their fares, but we intervened to stop them. This shows that many of them are hoping for a review of transport fares,” he said.

Mr Imoro further noted that the high cost of spare parts, lubricants, and other vehicle maintenance materials continues to put additional strain on operators.

“We have also talked about the cost of spare parts, lubricants and other items used in maintaining our vehicles, and their prices remain high. These are some of the factors we consider,” he explained.

He added that although the union does not rush to introduce new fares, a rise in fuel prices could eventually lead to a review of transport fares.

“We do not immediately impose a new fare, but if fuel prices go up, the public should expect a corresponding increase in lorry fares,” he said.