The Beverage Consumers and Bar Owners Association of Ghana, popularly known as the "Ghana Drunkards Association," led by its President, Moses Onya, aka Moses Drybone, has issued a stern warning to the government over the high prices of alcoholic beverages.
The association has threatened to stage a nationwide demonstration if the government fails to address the issue within a three-week ultimatum.
Speaking at a press conference held in Kumasi (Cultural Center), Onya, also known as Moses Drybone, stated that the exorbitant prices, driven by high taxes on imported raw materials for beverage production, are crippling businesses in the sector and making alcoholic drinks unaffordable for consumers.
He highlighted that the recent appreciation of the Cedi against major foreign currencies had not translated into lower prices for beverages, exacerbating the problem. "Our members are facing severe hardship.
