NPP Minority Challenges President Mahama on Power Crisis Claims

The NPP Minority Caucus has challenged President Mahama’s claims of resolving Ghana’s power crisis in 2016, highlighting ongoing power outages. Former Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam urged the President to issue a load-shedding timetable, as the crisis adversely affects citizens and businesses. The Minority’s emphasis on the negative impacts of ‘dumsor’ seeks to hold the government accountable for its energy policies.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus has openly criticized President John Dramani Mahama regarding his assertion that the power crisis known as “dumsor” was resolved in 2016. During a parliamentary session, former Minister of Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, called on President Mahama to provide a load-shedding timetable, as ongoing power outages are significantly impacting everyday life in Ghana.

Dr. Amin Adam stated, “Mr. President, you did not fix ‘dumsor’ as you claimed in your address. Your record on ‘dumsor’ is abysmal, unlike your predecessor, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who kept the lights on.” He further emphasized the correlation between the current administration and the return of power outages, instilling fear among Ghanaians about the potential economic ramifications.

The Minority Caucus highlighted the adverse effects of the erratic power supply on small businesses, noting that many have already suffered due to the inconsistent electricity. Dr. Amin Adam remarked, “Many people and businesses have already felt the pinch and the pain of living with the current ‘dumsor.’” He pointed out the resurgence of electric generating sets in commercial spaces as a testament to this ongoing crisis.

To alleviate the adverse effects of these power disruptions, the NPP Minority appealed for a systematic publication of a load-shedding timetable. Dr. Amin Adam asserted, “We, the Mighty Minority, call on the government to publish a load-shedding timetable to help people and businesses plan effectively and offset some of the losses the economy is currently suffering from.”

In conclusion, the NPP Minority Caucus vehemently disputes President Mahama’s claims regarding the resolution of the power crisis, underscoring the current challenges faced by Ghana due to erratic electrical supply. They urge the government to take proactive steps, such as publishing a load-shedding timetable, to assist both individuals and businesses in navigating this detrimental situation. The call for accountability and transparency reflects the pressing need for effective governance in addressing ongoing energy issues.

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