19 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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20 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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20 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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21 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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22 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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22 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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22 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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22 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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23 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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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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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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3 w. ago Energy Minister engages petroleum sector stakeholders on laycan concerns

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor held a crucial meeting with key players in the petroleum sector to address pressing issues with laycan management and downstream reforms.

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3 w. ago Ministry of Energy begins move to acquire electric vehicles for all ministers

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has revealed plans to submit a proposal to cabinet to acquire electric vehicles for all ministers to be used in Accra. According to him, this will support the government’s energy transition goal as it seeks to extend to other government appointees. The minister made this disclosure […]

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3 w. ago Energy Minister inaugurates reconstituted VRA governing board

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, on Monday, June 23, inaugurated the newly reconstituted governing board of the Volta River Authority (VRA), following their appointment by President John Dramani Mahama in consultation with the Council of State.

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3 w. ago John Jinapor tasks new VRA Board to lead Ghana’s energy transition

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has inaugurated the newly appointed Governing Board of the Volta River Authority (VRA).

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4 w. ago John Jinapor inaugurates new NPA Board with Huudu Yahaya as chairman

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has inaugurated the newly reconstituted board of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), promising strengthened regulatory oversight and sweeping reforms to boost Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector. At a formal ceremony marking the occasion, the minister stressed the vital role the NPA plays in safeguarding efficiency, transparency, […]

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