The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has turned down numerous requests for load-shedding schedules with the emphasis that there are currently no power outages, commonly known as “Dumsor”, occurring in the nation.
According to the ECG, there is no ongoing load-shedding, despite certain reports suggesting otherwise.
The Minister of Energy, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh maintains that the power provider is not implementing load shedding.
The ECG on the other hand has reassured the public that issues with transformers have been resolved.
In an earlier communiqué, ECG stated that some 630 of its overloaded transformers were to blame for the power cuts however its Managing Director, Samuel Dubik Mahama, told journalists after a meeting with the Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament that the challenges with the transformers have been addressed.
“The assurance is that we are doing our best. The lights are going to stay on. Most of the transformers that we spoke about and the intensification exercises are almost done.
“So, we should just stay positive. There will be a proper statement as to the way forward. We are currently not shedding load…We urge everyone to remain optimistic..”
Meanwhile, the Parliamentary Select Committee on Mines and Energy has reiterated the need for ECG to release a load-shedding schedule to allow citizens to better prepare for ongoing power cuts.
This decision follows a period of increased power outages, prompting calls for improved transparency and management of the crisis.
Minister of Energy, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh previously dismissed calls for a schedule, suggesting interested parties to create their own if desired.
However, the Mines and Energy Committee has stepped in, stressing the necessity of a clear timetable for load management.
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Source: Comfort Sweety Hayford/ATLFMNEWS
