Dennis Miracles Aboagye, a member of the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) communications team, has strongly criticized the government’s newly introduced GHC 1 per litre fuel levy, arguing that it effectively cancels out any benefits from the recent appreciation of the cedi.
Speaking during an interview on Asempa FM, Aboagye questioned how the strengthening of the cedi translates into real economic relief for ordinary Ghanaians. He pointed out that rising transport costs, driven by the fuel levy, are burdening everyday citizens—especially market women and commuters—who feel no tangible benefit from macroeconomic gains.
“Government is touting price reductions at places like Hisense and Orca, but what about the market women at Malata? Their transport costs are rising. If fuel prices go up, what good is a stronger cedi to them?” he argued.
Aboagye stressed that most Ghanaians don’t shop at high-end electronics or furniture stores. Instead, he said, policies should focus on reducing the cost of essentials, not imported luxury goods. He called for greater accountability and said the nation would need "divine strength" to withstand what he described as poorly thought-out policies.
Source: MyNewsGh.com
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