COPEC warns of imminent fuel shortage amid Tanker Drivers’ strike
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has issued a stark warning regarding a looming fuel shortage in Ghana, precipitated by the ongoing strike by the Ghana National Petroleum Tanker Drivers Union.
The industrial action, initiated on May 21, underscores the drivers’ dissatisfaction with their current working conditions and demands for improved terms of service.
Duncan Amoah, Executive Secretary of COPEC, emphasized the critical nature of the situation.
He warned that if the strike extends beyond the next 48 to 72 hours, the repercussions could be severe, with fuel supplies at service stations potentially running dry.
“The oil marketing companies cannot deliver products without these tanker drivers,” Mr Amoah stated.
“If this strike is not resolved within the next 48 to 72 hours, consumers may soon face long queues at fuel pumps as supplies dwindle,” he added.
The tanker drivers’ strike brings to the fore significant issues within the logistics chain of Ghana’s petroleum sector, highlighting the essential role these drivers play in maintaining fuel distribution.
COPEC’s urgent call for a resolution reflects concerns over the broader economic impact of a prolonged disruption in fuel supply, which could affect various sectors reliant on consistent petroleum availability.
