Timing for fuel tax cuts is perfect - Kwakye Ofosu [Audio]
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister for Government Communications, defended government's decision to cut some fuel-related taxes, insisting that "the timing is perfect. We did it when we needed to." He spoke on Adom FM's Dwaso Nsem following an emergency Cabinet meeting.
Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said the measures were carefully considered and introduced at a critical moment when Ghanaians were feeling the strain of rising fuel prices. He said the decision to suspend selected fuel taxes and margins was a direct response to hardship being experienced across the country. He noted, "The measures we are putting in place are because Ghanaians are becoming burdened."
Mr. Kwakye Ofosu made it clear that the intervention is temporary and will be reviewed once conditions improve. He added, "Once it eases up and things become normal, the measures will not still be in place because Ghanaians will be in better conditions." While specific taxes to be suspended are yet to be announced, the intervention is expected to provide short-term relief to consumers amid global price volatility.
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Felix Kwakye Ofosu has defended the government's decision to cut fuel-related taxes. He insists the timing of the intervention is appropriate and necessary - but what prompted this?
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