Energy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has denied allegations that the government intends to sell the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
According to him, the government only aims to establish a partnership to improve revenue collection at ECG.
Speaking in an interview he said, “We have not said we are selling ECG. Let no one misquote me. We are only seeking partnership in the distribution end vis-à-vis billing, collection activities of their work”.
Mr. Jinapor also explained that the initiative seeks to tackle inefficiencies in ECG’s operations, especially in revenue mobilization.
To illustrate the flaws in the current billing system, he shared a personal experience.
“I’m telling you the truth that in my house, for three months they have not even collected the bills, and that is one of the issues we are trying to resolve,” he noted.
He emphasized that this example highlights the urgent need for reforms to enhance ECG’s efficiency and financial sustainability.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening ECG rather than privatizing it, the minister urged Ghanaians to dismiss misinformation and support initiatives aimed at improving the company’s performance particularly in revenue collection to ensure better service delivery nationwide.
