The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has driven again towards criticisms from the Minority in Parliament following the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) announcement of a 9% electrical energy tariff build up efficient January 2026.

Speaking on Joy FM’s Top Story on Monday, December 8, the Ministry’s Spokesperson and Director of Communication, Richmond Rockson, cautioned the Minority towards politicising the adjustment, stressing that the federal government inherited a seriously distressed energy IT.

He mentioned the former organization left at the back of greater than GH¢80 billion in money owed owed by way of ECG, US$1.7 billion owed to Independent Power Producers (IPPs), systemic mismanagement, achievement under-declaration during the Cash Waterfall Mechanism, deficient procurement practices, and routine shortages of liquid fuels for thermal crops.

These have been crippling demanding situations that undermined potency and steadiness within the energy IT. The executive has since carried out decisive reforms to deal with them,” Mr Rockson mentioned.

He argued that the brand new 9% tariff build up should be seen in context, particularly when in comparison to the former organization’s remaining main increment of 27%, which positioned vital drive on shoppers.

“If you compare the current 9% increase to the last major increment of 27%, it clearly reflects the impact of the reforms championed by the government under Energy Minister Hon. John Jinapor, alongside the rebound of the economy and positive macroeconomic indicators,” he defined.

Mr Rockson famous that since January 2025, executive interventions have bolstered compliance with the Cash Waterfall Mechanism, advanced ECG achievement assortment, ensured well timed bills to IPPs and enforced clear procurement processes.

According to him, those measures have delivered a strong energy provide and lowered technical and industrial losses, marking a significant turnaround in IT efficiency.

“The tariff adjustment announced by PURC is essential not only to safeguard utilities but also to support critical investments and maintain long-term stability in the power sector,” he added.

He advised the Minority to pursue positive engagement somewhat than politicising a choice aimed toward maintaining Ghana’s electrical energy infrastructure, insisting that the positive aspects made up to now should be secure via accountable coverage and reform.

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