No Cars Will Work On Tuesday GPRTU Warns As Minority To Also Stage a Demonstration

Pressure is mounting on the government following the introduction of a new GH¢1 levy on every litre of petroleum products, as the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has officially joined the chorus of opposition. The union has threatened to ground all commercial vehicles on Tuesday, June 10, if the government fails to withdraw the levy.

Speaking to Citi News, Abbas Ibrahim Moro, Industrial Public Relations Officer of GPRTU, urged the government to reverse the decision and open immediate consultations with major stakeholders.
“We are therefore calling on government to reverse the levy immediately and engage us — the major stakeholders — on the way forward,” Mr. Moro said.

He emphasized that if the government fails to act, the union will be left with no choice but to embark on industrial action, which will see all trotros, taxis, and commercial vehicles across the country parked.
“In the event that this is not heeded, we will be compelled to take industrial action and ground our vehicles on June 10th, 2025,” he warned.

Mr. Moro expressed hope that the government will listen to the concerns of drivers and the public, and commit to “meaningful deliberations to help address challenges in the energy sector.”

This strong stance by GPRTU comes after similar reactions from the Minority in Parliament, who also condemned the GH¢1 levy and announced plans for a nationwide protest. The Minority described the levy as “draconian” and “insensitive,” especially coming just months after the government urged commercial drivers to reduce transport fares by 15%.

Many transport operators say the levy will lead to fare hikes, increase inflation, and worsen the economic hardship of ordinary Ghanaian. Civil society groups and analysts are also weighing in, warning that continued silence or inaction could spark national unrest.

The government has yet to respond formally to the threats of industrial action or the planned demonstration by the Minority. However, sources close to the Ministry of Transport say high-level meetings may be held in the coming days to address the growing tension.

As it stands, June 10, 2025, is shaping up to be a critical day in Ghana’s political
and economic calendar.