Ghana’s Energy Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor, has sent a clear and stern warning to state institutions that owe money to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). Apexnewsgh reports
As concerns grow over missing ECG containers at the port, raising alarm bells about potential corruption, the Minister’s declaration underscores the urgency of the situation, especially as inconsistent power supply is disrupting businesses and affecting livelihoods across the nation.
The message is particularly pointed as several key state institutions, including Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs), struggle to settle their electricity bills. Among the notable defaulters is Ghana Water, which has alarmingly not paid a single cedi.
This situation compelled Minister Jinapor to elevate the issue to the highest levels of government by writing to the President. “If they continue to default, we’ll cut them off,” he asserted, highlighting the seriousness with which his ministry views the matter.
Minister Jinapor’s warning does not stop there; it also extends to significant entities such as Parliament and the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC). He has made it clear that these institutions must establish a viable payment plan to avoid imminent disruptions to their electricity supply.
With a firm stance, he reminded the public that ordinary Ghanaians are diligently meeting their payment obligations, making it only fair for these institutions to do the same. As pressure mounts, the Energy Minister’s resolute stance aims to restore integrity and accountability within the system while ensuring that power supply remains uninterrupted for the citizens reliant on it.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
