Ghanaian Drivers Union Rejects Protest Call Over Energy Levy

Accra, Ghana – June 10, 2025 – The Industrial Drivers and Transport Union (IDRTU) has dismissed claims by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) that the recently introduced energy sector levy will negatively impact Ghanaian drivers. In a press briefing today, IDRTU officials stated, "The levy will not significantly affect drivers." This statement directly counters the GPRTU's call for a nationwide protest over the levy. The IDRTU emphasized that their analysis shows the impact on drivers will be minimal. The video from UTV Ghana shows several union representatives expressing their confidence in the government's handling of the situation and their belief that the levy is necessary for national development. While the GPRTU's concerns are understandable, the IDRTU's rejection of the protest call suggests a degree of confidence in the government's approach and a belief that the levy's potential negative effects have been overstated. The situation remains fluid, with the potential for further developments.