The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has directed the Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), Ing. Mark Baah to step aside pending investigations into a fire incident at the Akosombo power control centre.
The directive comes amid growing concerns over the circumstances surrounding the incident and its potential impact on Ghana’s power transmission system.
In a related development, there has been a significant leadership reshuffle within the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) in the Ashanti Region. While details remain limited, the move signals broader efforts to address operational challenges within the power distribution sector.
Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, confirmed that a major briefing will be held at 2 p.m. on the latest developments in electricity distribution.
The briefing is expected to provide clarity on the fire incident, ongoing investigations, and the recent administrative changes within the sector.
The latest actions underscore the government’s focus on accountability and stability within Ghana’s energy sector. Officials say further updates will be provided as investigations progress and reforms are implemented to strengthen electricity supply systems.
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