The Government of Ghana has announced a set of temporary measures to ease the impact of rising fuel prices on consumers, as global petroleum market volatility continues to push up costs.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, and signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, the government revealed it will absorb part of the cost of fuel at the pumps beginning April 16, 2026.
Under the intervention, government will cover GH¢2.00 per litre of diesel and GH¢0.36 per litre of petrol during the next pricing window. The move is aimed at cushioning households, transport operators, and businesses from the recent spikes in ex-pump prices.
According to the statement, the decision—approved by Cabinet—comes in response to sustained increases in global petroleum prices, which have significantly affected the cost of fuel in the country. The government noted that without intervention, consumers would face even higher fuel prices in the coming weeks.
“This intervention is intended to cushion customers and ease the cost burden on households, transport operators, and businesses,” the statement emphasised.
The relief, however, is temporary and will remain in force for one month.
During this period, authorities say they will closely monitor developments on the international oil market and assess whether additional policy measures may be required.
