Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Supports NDC's Fixed Rate Policy

The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has expressed strong support for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) proposed policy to implement a fixed rate on spare parts imported into Ghana, contingent on the party's success in the December 7 elections.

During the NDC’s manifesto launch at the University of Education, Winneba on August 24, John Dramani Mahama, the party's flagbearer, unveiled this policy, highlighting that it aims to bring transparency to the charges imposed on imported vehicle consignments.

Takyi Addo, the head of communications for the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association, shared the association’s positive response to the proposal in an interview with Citi News. He explained that the policy, which suggests a fixed rate for import duties on spare parts, could address several challenges faced by dealers at the port.

“Four months ago, former president John Dramani Mahama came to Abossey Okai to meet the spare parts dealers, and we discussed the idea of fixed rates. Such a system would solve some of our challenges at the port. A fixed rate ensures stability; for instance, if we pay 5000 for a 20-foot container now, this fixed rate would remain constant over the years, providing predictability in our costs,” Addo said.

The association is currently reviewing the policies from both the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) before making a definitive decision. “We welcome the fixed rate proposal as a promising step and are embracing it. However, we are still analyzing the manifestos of both major political parties to make an informed choice. We will carefully review the policies and issue a statement based on our findings,” Addo added.

The support from the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association underscores the potential impact of the NDC’s policy on the spare parts industry and reflects the ongoing dialogue between political candidates and key industry stakeholders.