Members of the Concerned Drivers Association are calling for an immediate investigation into the “Gold for Oil” policy introduced by the NPP administration.
According to the group, the policy was nothing more than a smoke screen that allowed for the diversion of resources.
The drivers are also pushing for the reintroduction of several key initiatives, including a national pension scheme for drivers, ultra-modern lorry terminals, and an affordable “work and pay” vehicle program.
Additionally, they are advocating for the return of the toll booths and the road tolls, which they believe are essential for the maintenance and improvement of roads.
The drivers argue that neighboring countries such as Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso are benefitting from tolls, while Ghana has lost out.
They highlight that the revenue from tolls could be used for road maintenance and infrastructure improvements, which would help the state generate additional revenue.
According to the drivers, the “Gold for Oil” policy needs to be thoroughly investigated, as they believe it contributed to mismanagement of resources and had little benefit for the average Ghanaian citizen.
Members of the Concerned Drivers Association are pushing for an immediate investigation into the Gold for Oil policy introduced by the NPP administration, which, according to them, only served as a smoke screen that aided the diversion of resources.#3NewsGH pic.twitter.com/xzD2uxs0Np
— #3NewsGH (@3NewsGH) December 16, 2024
