Ghanaians may face increased power outages as three major power plants risk closure due to mounting unpaid debts.The Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Power Producers (IPP), Dr. Elikplim Apetorgbor, revealed that the government owes the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) $259 million in arrears.Dr.

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Apetorgbor warned that without urgent intervention by Friday, November 22, 2024, the power plants would cease operations, potentially triggering a nationwide energy crisis"I can confirm that all is not well. If there is no intervention before Friday, I can tell you that by Monday, three key power plants will be off the grid. It is a serious matter, not fun," he is quoted to have said by Citi Business News on November 19, 2024.Dr.

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Apetorgbor highlighted the disconnect between the President's remarks and the current issues facing the energy sector."We have received these assurances several times, so this can't sway us. We are resolute. To say that the commissioning of this plant is going to put dumsor to rest, I find it difficult to relate," he lamented.

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Ghana's largest Independent Power Producer (IPP), Sunon Asogli, announced on October 8, 2024, that it had suspended operations due to the government's inability to settle outstanding debts.In its announcement, the IPP expressed regret over the impact of the shutdown on national power supply and called on the Ministry of Finance to urgently address the issue to ensure a resumption of services.

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