13 h. ago Energy Minister blames ‘greedy individuals’ for undermining ‘otherwise good’ PDS deal

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has criticised a small group of “greedy individuals” for derailing the Power Distribution Services (PDS) initiative by manipulating the process and selling shares among themselves. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Wednesday, July 16, Mr Jinapor clarified that the PDS model itself was not inherently flawed in its attempt to involve the private sector in the management of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

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14 h. ago Remote communities to benefit from $85m solar energy rollout – Jinapor

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced the launch of a landmark renewable energy programme designed to extend clean and sustainable electricity to thousands of Ghanaians living in remote and island communities. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday, July 16, Mr Jinapor revealed that the government officially launched […]

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14 h. ago Ghana unveils ambitious renewable energy drive to boost green transition and economic growth

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has announced a comprehensive plan to accelerate Ghana’s renewable energy adoption, positioning the country as a key player in Africa’s green economy. Speaking at the Government’s Accountability Series held at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, July 16, Mr Jinapor outlined strategic initiatives aimed at transforming the energy […]

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15 h. ago Let the law take its course – Energy Minister on ECG container saga and power theft

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has called for legal action against individuals implicated in the ECG container debacle, insisting that recovering the goods is not enough without holding wrongdoers to account.

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16 h. ago ECG deploys new billing system to curb revenue losses – Energy Minister

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has disclosed that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has adopted a new billing system aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing revenue losses.

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16 h. ago Government sets 2028 target for universal electricity access – Energy Minister

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has announced that the government is intensifying efforts to extend electricity to every rural community in the country.

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16 h. ago 202 ECG contracts to be terminated, 145 others under review – Jinapor

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor has announced that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) board has approved the cancellation of 202 contracts.

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17 h. ago Ghana’s energy sector is showing signs of stability – Jinapor

Ghana’s Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has stated that the country's economic sector particularly the energy segment is showing encouraging signs of stability and recovery.

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17 h. ago ECG sees significant growth in revenue generation – John Jinapor

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has revealed that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has recorded an increase in revenue generation in recent months.

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66 h. ago Future of GH₵1 fuel levy hinges on energy sector performance – Energy Ministry

The Spokesperson and Head of the Communications Directorate at the Ministry of Energy, Richmond Rockson, has stated that the continuation or abolishment of the recently introduced GH₵1 fuel levy will depend on the future performance of the energy sector.

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68 h. ago ENI completes major gas supply upgrade to boost Ghana’s energy reliability

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced the successful completion of a key upgrade by ENI to Ghana’s gas infrastructure, resulting in a significant increase in daily gas supply.

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5 d. ago ECG installs over 200 new transformers to enhance power supply – Energy Ministry

The Spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy, Richmond Rockson, has disclosed that over 200 Ghana-made transformers have been procured by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to improve electricity distribution across the country.

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5 d. ago There will be no power disruption on July 13 – Energy Ministry

The Ministry of Energy has refuted reports suggesting that the country is set to experience a nationwide power supply shortage, commonly referred to as dumsor, on Sunday, July 13.

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6 d. ago Minority questions logic behind Energy Minister’s nationwide power shutdown

The Minority in Parliament has slammed the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, over plans to implement a 12- to 13-hour nationwide power shutdown for maintenance works.

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6 d. ago Natural gas supply to increase on Sunday to stabilise power – John Jinapor

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced a significant enhancement in Ghana’s natural gas supply from this Sunday.  Consequently, ENI is set to temporarily shut down its non- associated gas wells to upgrade and increase supply of gas. Mr Jinapor, who disclosed this to the Daily Graphic in Accra yesterday, […]

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7 d. ago Energy Ministry announces boost in natural gas supply as ENI ups output by 30 MMscfd

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced a major enhancement to Ghana’s natural gas supply, following an agreement with ENI to increase its output by 30 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd).

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8 d. ago Nationwide power disruption expected on July 13 as plants shut down for maintenance

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdullai Jinapor has announced temporary disruption of power supply across the country on Sunday as gas suppliers, ENI, turn off their valves for rehabilitation.

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2 w. ago Government rolling out robust measures to address ECG inefficiencies – Energy Minister

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has assured Parliament that the government is implementing far-reaching reforms aimed at addressing the operational inefficiencies of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

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2 w. ago Energy Minister John Jinapor directs ECG to operate single account

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has disclosed that he has instructed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to close all its existing accounts and operate a single consolidated account to enhance transparency and oversight.

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2 w. ago Gov’t to prosecute estates over illegal power connections – Energy Minister

The Minister for Energy, John Jinapor, has revealed that estate developers in Accra found to have connected homes illegally to the national electricity grid will soon face prosecution.

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