According to former President John Mahama, President Nana Akufo-Addo is purposely leaving behind the issue of erratic power supply, known as dumsor, for his successor.
Ghana is currently facing power supply issues due to a $19 million debt owed to the West African Pipeline Company. The government has paid $13 million of the debt and is in talks to establish a payment plan for the remaining $6 million.
During his “Building Ghana Tour” in Sogakope, Mr. Mahama criticized the government’s decision to impose various taxes on electricity consumers, including Value Added Tax, COVID levy, NHIL levy, and GETFUND Levy. He claimed that these taxes would significantly increase the cost of electricity bills, making it difficult for businesses to operate.
He also accused the President and his administration of mismanagement and excessive expenditure, stating that reducing expenditures would alleviate the burden on taxpayers.
Additionally, Mr. Mahama promised that if he wins the 2024 polls, he would prioritize completing ongoing and abandoned projects inherited from the current government, rather than starting new ones. He criticized the Akufo-Addo government for abandoning projects and starting new ones that they cannot finish, leaving a financial burden for future leaders.
He pledged to use available resources to finish ongoing projects and refrain from initiating new ones.
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