The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has dismissed recent calls by the Minority in Parliament for the publication of a load management timetable, describing the demand as “misplaced.”
In a press release issued on Monday, May 19, the Ministry maintained that Ghana’s current power generation capacity is adequate to meet national electricity demand, including during peak periods.
“Our current power supply capacity is adequate to meet existing demand, even during peak hours,” the statement read.
The response comes after the Minority held a press conference accusing the government of mishandling the energy sector and demanding transparency regarding ongoing power outages.
While acknowledging that the government inherited significant challenges in the power distribution system, the Ministry emphasized that steps are being taken to address the issues permanently.
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“There is no basis for a load-shedding timetable at this time,” the statement added, reaffirming the government’s commitment to the consistent delivery of electricity to Ghanaians.
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The Ministry’s reaction appears to downplay concerns raised by the Minority, who had warned that persistent outages were undermining public confidence and threatening key economic initiatives, including the government’s proposed 24-hour economy.
The statement was signed by Richmond Rockson, Esq., Spokesperson and Head of Communications at the Ministry.
Below is a copy of the press statement:
