Spare parts dealers at Kokompe in the Greater Accra region have expressed worry over what they describe as a deliberate attempt by the government to collapse their businesses.
The disgruntled traders have said they believed the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government to be business-friendly, only to witness what they describe as detrimental taxation measures.
In an interview with Adom News, the traders said all appeals and concerns over high taxes, increased import duties coupled with harassments have fallen on deaf ears.
“Under John Mahama’s administration, one person could import and clear a 40-feeter container at the port but now, about 4 to 5 traders have to combine money to clear a 40-feeter container due to high import duties and the unstable exchange rates,” a dealer said.