(Continuation) He noted that while the government has announced reductions in the prices of food and transport due to the improved exchange rate, alc+holic drinks have been left out. “We’ve heard that the Ghana cedi has appreciated against the dollar, forcing the president to reduce the price of goods in the market. He has reduced the price of transport and food items in the market; however, they have not heard anything about alc+hol,” he said. Drybones called on President John Mahama and the Minister of Trade to meet with the association within the grace period to find a resolution. “We are therefore calling on the president and the minister of trade that we have given them a 3-week grace period to sit with us and discuss or find a solution to reduce the prices of alc+hol and beverages,” he added. The association warned that if their demands are not met within the stipulated period, a nationwide protest involving approximately 16.6 million members will be staged.