President John Mahama has confirmed that his administration has successfully averted a potential power crisis in Ghana, which was triggered by scheduled maintenance on the West African Gas Pipeline, a key source of fuel for the country’s thermal power plants.

Speaking at the swearing-in of six newly appointed ministers, Mahama outlined the steps taken to secure the country’s energy supply. The maintenance of the gas pipeline, which delivers fuel to plants in the eastern region, posed a significant threat to power stability.

Mahama criticised the previous administration for failing to adequately plan for the country’s energy needs, particularly in securing sufficient fuel for the thermal plants. “The previous government did not work to ensure the smooth running of the energy sector by neglecting to arrange enough fuel to power our thermal plants,” he said.

The President added that, through proactive measures, his government had ensured fuel supplies were secured in advance of the pipeline’s shutdown, effectively preventing power outages. He also commended newly appointed Energy Minister, John Jinapor, for his prompt response to the situation.

This announcement comes as the government continues efforts to stabilize Ghana’s energy sector, which has faced challenges in recent years.

Source:TheDotNews