Recent power outages in parts of Accra, including Lapaz, Abokobi, Taifa, and North Legon, have raised fears of a return to the dark days of erratic power supply known locally as “dumsor”.
This term, synonymous with Ghana’s past energy crises, has resurfaced as the country grapples with an alarming resurgence of indiscriminate power cuts that have plagued citizens for weeks.
Power outages have become increasingly frequent, affecting homes, businesses, and even hospitals, while the government has failed to implement any rational power rationing schedules.
The situation has been exacerbated by a lack of transparency from authorities, who appear unwilling to address the issue honestly.
Instead of acknowledging their shortcomings, officials seem to prefer deception, leaving the Ghanaian people in the dark both literally and figuratively.
Shockingly, rather than confronting the problem head-on, authorities have opted to downplay its severity.
This ongoing crisis further undermines the country’s commitment to equitable development, placing additional strain on already vulnerable populations.
