Calls for relief on fuel costs are intensifying as petroleum prices continue to rise in Ghana. Lawmakers and citizens alike are urging the government to remove the 1-cedi per litre levy on fuel to ease the burden on consumers.
Richmond Rockson, Member of Parliament for Oforikrom, who has emerged as a leading voice on the issue, appealed to the Energy Minister to act promptly. In a social media post, he argued that while Ghanaians struggle with higher costs, the government is reportedly benefiting from a substantial windfall due to elevated oil prices.
He outlined two immediate measures to alleviate pressure on citizens:
- Remove the 1-cedi levy on diesel and other fuels to provide direct relief to consumers.
- Utilize the government’s windfall revenue to cushion the impact on households facing rising fuel costs.
According to current Goil pricing, Super petrol is retailing at GH¢13.30 per litre, while Diesel is sold at GH¢17.10 per litre.
The MP stressed that taking these steps would reflect the government’s stated commitment to being a “caring administration” while directly supporting Ghanaians amid economic pressures.
