Energy and Green Transition Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor, has revealed that the Ashanti Region is on track to become a major electricity production hub, with ongoing energy projects expected to generate approximately 700 megawatts upon completion.

During his visit to the region to assess ongoing power challenges, he toured key energy installations, including the Ameri Power Plant, Cenit, and ASKSA Energy Plants, all situated within the Awomaso Bulk Power Supply enclave.

Speaking to the media, Jinapor reassured residents that strategic interventions are being implemented to improve electricity stability in the region.“The supply situation has been stable, and we are able to export some excess amount of power. But there is still more work to be done. Beyond generating the power, you have to evacuate it, you have to transmit it, and you have to distribute it. And so we are working around the clock to ensure that we address this challenge and ultimately ensure that we have a very reliable supply and delivery of power.”He also lauded the efforts of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) for the successful installation of a new transformer, highlighting its vital role in enhancing electricity supply.“Let me commend GRIDCo for completing this transformer. It is going to play a very significant role as far as power delivery is concerned. What we witnessed over the past two days has to do with the fact that when you are switching from one transformer to the other, you will have some few challenges.

“And so let me assure the people of Kumasi that that problem has been resolved, and we look forward to a very improved delivery of power.Amid growing concerns over recurring power outages in Kumasi and nearby areas, his statement addresses the region’s electricity reliability issues.

Efforts by the government to boost power generation and upgrade transmission infrastructure are considered vital steps toward securing a stable energy supply for the region.