Commercial transport operators have suspended a nationwide strike that was initially scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
The strike, organized by driver unions including the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), was meant to protest the introduction of a new GHC1 levy on petroleum products.
Following discussions with officials from the Ministry of Transport, the unions have agreed to put the strike on hold.
Samuel Amoah, Deputy Public Relations Officer for the GPRTU, stated that the government has assured transport operators that the levy will not result in increased fuel prices.
“We will be closely monitoring the situation until September,” Amoah said. “If fuel prices remain stable, we’ll consider the matter closed. However, if prices rise, it will increase our operational costs—and at that point, we may revisit the decision.”
He added that the strike has officially been called off, pending further developments.
The GPRTU also urged the government to maintain open communication with transport stakeholders, emphasizing that timely dialogue is essential to preventing future disruptions in the sector.
