Former Minister for Energy, Herbert Krapa, has rejected claims of imminent load shedding in Ghana, advising the newly elected National Democratic Congress (NDC) government to prioritize effective power sector management over blaming the previous administration. Apexnewsgh reports
Krapa’s response came after John Jinapor, Co-Chairman of the Transition Team’s Energy and Natural Resources sub-committee, alleged that Ghana’s fuel stock is critically low, with only five hours’ worth of fuel for power generation, potentially leading to nationwide outages.
Krapa countered Jinapor’s assertions, stating that load shedding is caused by technical issues or incompetence in managing the power sector. He emphasized that the Akufo-Addo administration ensured a reliable fuel supply before leaving office, with sufficient light crude oil for Cenpower’s operations and arrangements for AKSA to receive heavy fuel oil for power generation.
The former minister stressed that maintaining a stable electricity supply is now the responsibility of the NDC administration. He urged them to procure additional liquid fuel as needed and plan effectively to prevent disruptions. Krapa expressed confidence that the NDC government can keep the lights on, just as the previous administration did for eight years, if they plan competently.
Krapa also cautioned the new government against “needless finger-pointing” and instead focus on practical solutions to ensure the stability of power supply for all Ghanaians. With the energy sector being a critical component of Ghana’s economy, effective management will be crucial in maintaining a reliable power supply and driving economic growth.
Source: Apexnewsgh reports
