Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor has assured Ghanaians of full transparency following the recent fire outbreak at the Akosombo substation, which has triggered widespread power disruptions across parts of the country.
The incident, which affected critical components of the power transmission system, has led to intermittent outages, raising concerns among businesses and households already grappling with unstable electricity supply.
Addressing the situation, he acknowledged the severity of the damage and emphasised that the government would not downplay the crisis.
He noted that relevant agencies have been directed to provide regular updates to the public as restoration efforts continue.
“We will not live in denial. The challenges are real, and we will ensure that Ghanaians are kept informed every step of the way,” he stated.
The Minister further disclosed that a full-scale investigation has been launched into the cause of the fire, including possible criminal elements.
Security agencies have since been tasked to work alongside technical experts to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Meanwhile, engineers from the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) are working to stabilise the system and restore supply to affected areas.
Initial interventions have led to partial restoration in some regions, although officials caution that full recovery could take time due to the extent of the damage.
