By Mavis Paintsil
The Abossey -Okai Spare parts dealers have expressed strong support for extended 14 day ultimatum, describing it as as a necessary and timely measures to restore order and fairness in the local retail space.
They stressed the importance of upholding the Ghana investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) Act, which governs retail operations in the country.
The initial deadline, which expired on September 11, 2025, prompted several Foreign retailers, largery Nigerians, to close their shops following a series of confrontations and heated exchangers.
The directives urges them to review Ghana’s retail laws and comply with all relevant regulations to ensure lawful and fair trading practices.
Meanwhile , earlier this week, the association had issued a three day ultimatum over what it described as unfair competition threatening the sustainability of local businesses.
The President of the Spare Parts Dealers Association, Clement Boateng, has asserted that claims of neglect towards local traders are unfounded.
He highlighted the association’s ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with local laws, stating, “As a responsible association, we have done our best. But enforcement doesn’t lie in our hands.”
