ccra, Ghana – In a recent address to the nation, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered a reassuring message to the Ghanaian people, ensuring them that the era of power outages, commonly referred to as “dumsor,” will not return under his leadership. In a subtle reference to his predecessor, President John Dramani Mahama, he confidently stated, “We leave that to President Mahama.”
President Akufo-Addo acknowledged the immense toll that frequent power outages had taken on the country’s economy and the lives of its citizens in the past. However, he emphasized that his administration had prioritized the expansion and enhancement of Ghana’s energy infrastructure to ensure a stable power supply throughout the nation.
“The days of dumsor are behind us. We have made significant progress in the energy sector, investing heavily in power generation and distribution,” President Akufo-Addo declared. “Our commitment to providing reliable and uninterrupted electricity supply to all Ghanaians remains unwavering.”
The President highlighted the strides made in diversifying Ghana’s energy sources, including an increased focus on renewable energy. He outlined ambitious plans to harness the country’s abundant solar and wind resources, creating a sustainable and environmentally friendly power grid.
“We have taken steps to harness the potential of renewable energy sources to reduce our dependence on traditional power generation,” President Akufo-Addo explained. “By tapping into Ghana’s solar and wind energy potential, we are paving the way for a greener and more resilient energy sector.”
President Akufo-Addo also commended the efforts of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) and the Volta River Authority (VRA) in ensuring efficient transmission and distribution of electricity. He assured Ghanaians that his administration would continue to work closely with these institutions to maintain a stable power supply across the nation.
While acknowledging that occasional challenges may arise due to unforeseen circumstances, such as maintenance or technical issues, President Akufo-Addo assured the citizens that these incidents would be swiftly addressed to minimize any disruption to power supply.
In his concluding remarks, President Akufo-Addo reiterated his commitment to providing reliable electricity to all Ghanaians, highlighting the transformative impact it has on various sectors of the economy and the daily lives of the people.
“We will not go back to the days of dumsor. Ghana is moving forward with a steadfast determination to build a robust energy infrastructure that will power our nation’s progress,” President Akufo-Addo affirmed.
As the nation looks ahead with renewed hope, Ghanaians can take comfort in President Akufo-Addo’s unwavering assurance that the days of dumsor are firmly in the past, and the nation’s energy future remains bright under his leadership.
