Ghana’s push for cleaner and more reliable energy has taken centre stage as Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, paid a working visit to the Bui Power Authority (BPA).
The visit, part of his nationwide engagement with energy sector stakeholders, underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring that key institutions like BPA have the backing they need to keep the lights on while pushing the country toward a greener future.
Addressing management and staff at BPA’s headquarters, Jinapor lauded the Authority’s critical role in maintaining grid stability, especially during recent spikes in electricity demand.
“We recognise the vital contribution Bui Power makes to our energy mix. During the recent upgrade by ENI to increase gas supply, one of the reasons we maintained an uninterrupted power supply was due to your strategic operations. As Minister, I remain fully committed to supporting BPA in alignment with our national vision for a green and sustainable energy sector.” the Minister stated.
His visit comes at a pivotal time, as Ghana intensifies efforts to diversify its energy portfolio with increased focus on renewables. BPA, a key player in Ghana’s hydro and solar energy production, is central to this transformation.
Acting Chief Executive Officer of BPA, Ing. Kow Eduakwa Sam, used the opportunity to outline the Authority’s strategic direction, emphasizing its alignment with President John Dramani Mahama’s green energy ambitions.
“We are actively expanding our renewable energy footprint to align with the national green transition agenda. This visit is a testament to the Ministry’s supervisory and supportive role, and we are confident in our capacity to lead Ghana’s sustainable energy future.” Ing. Sam said.
The Bui Power Authority, known for operating one of Ghana’s major hydroelectric power plants, has in recent years made significant strides into solar and hybrid energy solutions. The Minister’s visit signals strengthened collaboration between policymakers and state-owned power producers as the country accelerates its energy transition.
With the global energy landscape rapidly shifting toward low-carbon solutions, Ghana’s proactive approach underpinned by institutional commitment and ministerial oversight positions the country to emerge as a renewable energy leader in West Africa.
