The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has rejected the Alliance of Drivers – Ghana’s assertions that their planned 20% tariff rise, which is scheduled to go into effect on March 17, 2025, is primarily due to increased spare parts costs.
The allegation is “false, misleading, and must be disregarded by the public,” according to a statement released by the group on March 16.
The Ghana Auto Parts Dealers Association President and Chairman of the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association, Mr. Henry Okyere Jr., emphasized that the cost of spare parts has not gone up.
“There have been no changes in import duties or market conditions that could justify the assertion that spare parts costs are driving transportation fare hikes.
“The new government remains committed to supporting the spare parts industry. Stock levels are stable, and the prices of essential vehicle components, including engine oil and filters, have remained unchanged.
“Therefore, any attempt to attribute fare increases to rising spare parts costs is unwarranted and an effort to mislead the Ghanaian public,” the association stated.
The association urged the Alliance of Drivers – Ghana to ensure that fare adjustments are based on factual economic indicators rather than baseless claims.
“Fare increases should be discussed transparently with all relevant stakeholders, including government regulators and transport unions, to ensure fairness and accuracy,” it added.
The group reaffirmed its commitment to transparency in topics impacting the transportation and spare parts industries and urged the public and transport users to reject the assertions.