Member of Parliament for South Tongu, Maxwell Kwame Lukutor, has stated that calls for the removal of the GH¢1 fuel levy would be considered only if conditions on the ground warrants that it is necessary to be scrapped.

Speaking during an interview on JoyNews AM Show on March 19, 2026, he affirmed that the government would only move to remove the levy when it deems it necessary.

He stressed that such a decision would be informed only after careful assessment of the situation.

His remarks come amid calls from the minority to scrap the levy, which they have argued that it is placing a burden on Ghanaians already grappling with high cost of living.

Lukutor explained that the administration would first observe the situation to fully appreciate the conditions on the ground before taking any action, indicating that the timing would depend on the prevailing realities.

Scrap GH¢1 fuel levy – Minority demands amid price hikes

“When we deem it necessary, we will do it. We will watch and understand the situation on the ground, and they will decide [whether] to take it off,” he said.

He maintained that the government would not rely on external advice in shaping its decisions and policy direction in this context.

“They can always make a call, but sincerely, we won't take advice from them in this context,” he noted.

He further noted that greater consideration would be given to the views and experiences of ordinary citizens when evaluating the impact of government policies.

Lukutor also urged the government to avoid decisions that could repeat previous outcomes but instead act responsibly when the time is right.

"Taking away sources of revenue for the country without putting things together will plunge us into a dead situation that we don't want to take Ghanaians into,” he stated.

Making reference to the cocoa sector for example, he explained that excessive reliance on protective measures could lead to unsustainable debt levels.

He noted that effective economic management requires discipline and prudence, expressing confidence in the leadership of key economic managers, including the President, the finance minister, and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG).

Lukutor added that the government would proceed with its plans on the fuel levy only when conditions justify such a move, urging the opposition to observe how the administration navigates the situation.

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