Deputy Finance Minister, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has disclosed that the government will soon begin discussions with transport operators to push for a reduction in lorry fares following recent declines in fuel prices.
Speaking on the sidelines of the Kwahu Business Forum at Mpraeso on Saturday, April 19, Mr. Nyarko said the initiative forms part of the government’s broader strategy to sustain the downward trend in inflation.
“As a government, we have committed and have started bringing down inflation. In fact, we are hoping that with the next inflation announcement, we see a significant improvement,” he noted.
He added that lower fuel prices should translate into reduced transport costs for Ghanaians. “We are seeing that fuel prices are also going down. In the next couple of weeks, we’ll have to engage transport operators so that they will also bring down lorry fares. Once all these happen, it will have a positive impact on inflation, and it will help us as a country,” Mr. Nyarko said.
The Deputy Minister also highlighted the significance of the Kwahu Business Forum in fostering collaboration between government, industry, and other stakeholders. He described the presence of the Minority Leader at the event as a reflection of national unity and inclusive governance.
“The presence of the Minority Leader and everybody shows that the government wants to bring everybody — the private sector, everyone — together so that we can push the growth that we need in this country,” he stated.
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