Minister of State for Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, says government has put in place measures to ensure the nation enjoys reliable power supply.
According to him, adequate fuel supplies have been secured to ensure stable power amidst recent reports of interrupted power supply across the nation.
“At the onset of this administration, we faced serious threats due to the closure of the West African Gas Pipeline and the prior government’s failure to provide adequate fuel for thermal power generation. We have since averted such crises by ensuring consistent fuel supplies,” he stated while briefing the media on the first cabinet meeting.
He further added that Energy Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor who is keeping a keen eye on the situation will soon address concerns of the public.
“It’s important that from time to time, the Energy Ministry engages the public to address any concerns they may have,” he added.
The West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited (WAPCo) has completed about 70% of its ongoing maintenance work and will soon restore gas supply to Tema.
The maintenance, which involves offshore pipeline cleaning and inspection, began on February 3, 2025, and is set to be fully completed by March 2, 2025.
Speaking at WAPCo’s site in the Tema Industrial Area, Engineer Benoni Owusu Ayeh, Operations and Maintenance Superintendent for Western Operations, assured the public that the project is on track.
“We believe that we should be able to complete this exercise before 2nd March. We’re within schedule and making progress,” he said.
The maintenance works are critical to ensuring the efficiency and safety of the gas pipeline, which plays a key role in Ghana’s energy supply stability.
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