The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana (C-DAG) has praised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government for what it describes as major improvements in the transport sector within the first year of the administration led by President John Dramani Mahama.
In a press statement issued and signed by the National Chairman of C-DAG, William Osei, and Mohammed Aminu Yussifu, the association, highlighted several notable achievements that have brought relief to drivers across the country, following years of hardships attributed to poor infrastructure, rising fuel prices, high spare parts costs, and the depreciation of the Ghana cedi.
According to C-DAG, drivers had been adversely affected by policies under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) government policies they say worsened the daily struggle of transport operators and threatened their livelihoods.
The group commended the current administration for stabilising and reducing fuel prices, describing the development as “a major factor that determines our daily operations and earnings.”
They further applauded the strengthening of the Ghana cedi against major foreign currencies, noting that the appreciation of the local currency has eased the cost of spare parts and vehicle maintenance.
C-DAG also pointed to an “impressive improvement” in road construction and rehabilitation across the country.
The association said numerous highways and inner roads are currently being repaired, easing transportation and reducing the burden on drivers.
“Ghana is gradually becoming a major road construction zone,” the statement said, adding that the progress reflects the government’s commitment to addressing long-standing infrastructure challenges.
The association singled out the Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, and the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Mr. Sammy Gyamfi, for what they described as exceptional leadership and performance that have restored confidence in the country’s economic direction.
Based on their assessment of improvements within the transport and economic sectors, C-DAG said it confidently rates the NDC government at 90 percent for its first-year performance.
Despite the progress, the association appealed to President Mahama to support C-DAG with new vehicles to help modernise public transportation and improve service delivery.
“Equipping our association will enhance our operations, ensure safer transportation, and improve service delivery to the public,” the statement noted.
C-DAG affirmed its commitment to contributing positively to the development of Ghana’s transport industry and national growth.
