GPRTU Calls Off Planned Strike Following Discussions with Energy Ministry on GH₵1 Fuel Levy

GPRTU Suspends Planned Strike Over GH₵1 Fuel Levy After Talks with Energy Ministry.

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has suspended its planned strike in protest against the recently introduced GH₵1 fuel levy. 

The decision comes after a crucial meeting with officials from the Ministry of Energy on Monday, June 9, 2025.

The industrial action, which was expected to begin on Tuesday, June 10, was initially announced in response to concerns raised by the union over the financial burden the new levy could place on drivers and transport operators. Many of its members had expressed frustration, stating that the added cost would worsen the already high operational expenses they face.

However, following Monday’s engagement with the Energy Ministry, the GPRTU leadership announced that it was putting the strike on hold. Speaking on The Pulse on Joy News, Deputy Public Relations Officer of the union, Samuel Amoah, said the government had provided further clarification regarding the rationale and intended use of the levy.

According to Mr. Amoah, the Ministry explained that the GH₵1 levy is meant to support uninterrupted fuel supply and maintain stability in the energy sector, which is crucial to preventing potential power outages. He stressed that while the union initially opposed the levy out of concern for its impact at the fuel pumps, the dialogue helped them understand the broader national objective.

“Our main worry was that drivers would be forced to pay more at the pump,” he said. “But after meeting with the Ministry, we now have a clearer picture of why the levy was introduced and how it will be implemented.”

Mr. Amoah also noted that the union’s decision to suspend the strike was influenced by the willingness of the Ministry to continue engaging with stakeholders to address concerns. He emphasized that although the strike is no longer taking place, the GPRTU will closely monitor developments and ensure that transport workers are not unfairly affected by the levy.

“We’re not letting our guard down,” he added. “We’ll keep engaging and making sure our members’ interests are protected.”

The GPRTU has urged its members to remain calm as it continues its discussions with the relevant authorities. The union has also pledged to provide updates as new developments unfold.


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