The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has dismissed claims by the Alliance of Drivers – Ghana, which alleges that rising spare parts prices are a key factor in their planned 20% fare increase, set to take effect on March 17, 2025.
In a statement issued on March 16, the association described the claim as “false, misleading, and must be disregarded by the public.”
The chairman of the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association and President of the Ghana Auto Parts Dealers Association, Mr. Henry Okyere Jnr, stressed that spare parts prices have not increased.
“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 also called on the public and transport users to disregard the claims, reaffirming its commitment to transparency in matters affecting the transportation and spare parts industries.
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