The Coalition of Political Parties (COPP) has announced plans to embark on a protest against the Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which introduces a GH¢1 levy on each litre of petroleum products.
The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, disclosed this in a Facebook post.
Although he did not announce a date, Nana B, as he is popularly known, said the protest will take place in Kumasi, describing the new levy as a “wicked” and “obnoxious” tax.
The controversial bill aims to raise additional revenue to tackle the country’s crippling energy sector debt and ensure stable power supply. However, the move has drawn widespread criticism.
The Minority Caucus strongly opposed the bill, calling it an unfair burden on Ghanaians. They staged a walkout during the approval process, arguing that the Majority lacked the required numbers to legitimately pass the bill.
However, President John Mahama has said that while he acknowledges public concerns, the levy is both justifiable and prudent to prevent the collapse of the energy sector.