Tipper Drivers Oppose Proposed Increase in Sand and Gravel Loading Charges

The National Sand and Stone and Tipper Drivers Association (NSSTD) has opposed a proposed increase in sand and gravel loading charges by NASSTTU Sand Winners, describing the move as unfair and excessive.

In a statement issued on September 11, 2026, the association said any adjustment to the existing loading charges should first be discussed and agreed upon through a round-table meeting involving all relevant stakeholders.

The NSSTD said representatives from the Ghana Police Service, National Security and the Minerals Commission were present at a meeting where the parties reached a verbal understanding to engage in further discussions before any changes were implemented.

The association is therefore calling on the relevant authorities to intervene promptly to prevent the disagreement from escalating.

The NSSTD has also expressed concern over reports that some of its members have allegedly been assaulted and harassed by NAIMOS officers while carrying out their lawful duties.

It has called on the Minerals Commission to conduct a thorough audit and review of the pricing structure being imposed by NASSTTU Sand Winners, insisting that the process must protect truck drivers, customers and the general public from arbitrary and excessive charges.

The association said it remains committed to protecting the rights and interests of its members, customers and end users.

It added that it would continue to pursue lawful and peaceful avenues to challenge what it considers unfair treatment, unjustified increases, intimidation and harassment of tipper truck drivers.

The NSSTD is asking the appropriate authorities to suspend and review the proposed increase in sand and gravel loading charges and investigate allegations of assault, intimidation and harassment involving tipper truck drivers.

It is also demanding an audit of the pricing structure imposed by NASSTTU Sand Winners and wants all charges imposed on truck drivers and customers to be lawful, transparent and reasonable.

The association has further called for measures to prevent what it describes as unlawful harassment and extortion of tipper truck drivers.

It is also urging all stakeholders to return to the round-table discussion process to resolve the matter peacefully and fairly.

According to the NSSTD, dialogue, transparency, accountability and respect for the rule of law remain the best means of resolving the dispute.

The association has therefore appealed to the relevant authorities to act swiftly in the interest of tipper truck drivers, customers and the wider construction industry.

The statement was issued by the National Sand and Stone and Tipper Drivers Association.

The association’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Anthony Mensah, and the Regional Vice Chairman for Tema, Alhaji Kowanaso, signed the statement on the association’s behalf.

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