Ghanaian MP Calls New Fuel Levy 'Wickedness'

Ghanaian MP Condemns 8% Fuel Levy as 'Wickedness' A heated debate is brewing in Ghana over the recently imposed GHS1 fuel levy, with an 8% transaction rate. The levy, aimed at addressing inefficiencies in the energy sector, has sparked widespread criticism. One prominent voice is Oppong Nkrumah, MP for Ofoase-Ayirebi, who described the levy as "simply wickedness." In a recent press conference, Nkrumah highlighted the substantial financial burden it places on ordinary Ghanaians. "Imposing a levy with an 8% transactional rate is simply wickedness," Nkrumah stated. He emphasized that this is among the highest tax rates introduced in Ghana in a single instance. The video shows Nkrumah's passionate address, highlighting the concerns of many Ghanaians who feel the levy is unfair and disproportionately impacts their livelihoods. The government's response to these criticisms is yet to be seen, but the controversy underscores the ongoing challenges facing Ghana's energy sector and its impact on the nation's economy.