Ghana’s power supply is facing a significant challenge as Sunon Asogli Power (Ghana) Limited has shut down its 560 MW power plant due to unpaid debts owed by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). This development has prompted the Institute for Energy Security (IES) to warn that the government may need to import more power to supplement local energy production.

According to Nana Amoasi VII, Executive Director of IES, Ghana has already been importing power from Cote d’Ivoire for the past four weeks, even before the shutdown. This situation highlights the urgent need for sustainable solutions to secure Ghana’s power supply.

The shutdown of Sunon Asogli’s power plant is not the first instance; a similar incident occurred in December 2023, but the Ministry intervened swiftly to address the issue. However, this time around, the government is considering importing power instead of resolving the issue with Sunon Asogli.

Potential Solutions:
– Investment in ECG’s Operations: Increasing investment in ECG’s operations to improve efficiency and reduce debt.
– Competence and Less Political Interference: Enhancing competence and reducing political interference in ECG’s operations to address the power supply challenges.

The situation requires prompt attention to ensure a stable power supply for Ghana’s economic growth and development.