Ghana Grid Company Ltd (GRIDCo) has reassured the public that it has put in place steps to avert power failures, commonly known as "dumsor," during the ongoing maintenance by the West Africa Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo). The maintenance began on February 5 and is expected to conclude by March 2, 2025.

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In a statement released jointly with the Electricity Company of Ghana Ltd (ECG), GRIDCo confirmed that, under the guidance of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, adequate supplies of liquid fuel have been secured to maintain operations at critical plants in Tema as an alternative energy source.

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Speaking with Citi Business News, the executive Director of the Institute of Energy Security (IES), Nana Amoasi VII, praised the government's foresight in securing fuel reserves to guarantee a continuous power supply.

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“The postponement of the maintenance programme gives the government ample time to build up liquid fuel reserves. If the exercise proceeds and national gas flow to power plants in the Eastern enclave is disrupted, there will be enough liquid fuel to keep the plants operational,” he explained.

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Amoasi also mentioned that plants like Asogli and the entire Tema power facility will stay operational, ensuring there is no decline in power generation capacity.

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“This will allow the government to proceed with confidence, avoiding criticism, and ensuring consumers enjoy a steady and reliable power supply,” he added.

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