Ghana's Looming Power Crisis: Minister's Response Questioned

Ghana Faces Looming Power Crisis Amidst Fuel Shortages Ghana is on the brink of a major power crisis due to severe fuel shortages, according to a recent JoyNews report. The Energy Minister has warned of the impending crisis, but energy expert Kwadwo Poku questions the effectiveness of the government's response. "The numbers the minister is talking about, the debt to Karpower, everything in this sector the minister is talking about is not new," Poku stated, highlighting the repetition of similar warnings over the past year. He emphasized the lack of tangible progress in addressing the shortfall in ECG's revenue and the low fuel reserves. The report underscores the urgency of the situation, with only a few days' worth of fuel remaining, according to the minister. Poku's concerns highlight the need for immediate and decisive action to prevent widespread power outages and their potential economic consequences. The report concludes with a call for the government to address these issues swiftly and effectively to mitigate the looming crisis.