NPP Minority Caucus Criticizes Mahama’s Claims on Power Crisis Resolution
The NPP Minority Caucus has rejected President Mahama’s claims of having resolved Ghana’s power crisis in 2016. Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam criticized the ongoing intermittent power outages and called for a load-shedding timetable to assist citizens and businesses in planning for these disruptions. The Minority highlights the negative impact of the power crisis on small enterprises and daily life in Ghana.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus has publicly criticized President John Dramani Mahama for his assertion that his administration effectively resolved Ghana’s longstanding power crisis, commonly referred to as “dumsor,” by 2016. They argue that intermittent power outages continue to plague the nation, contradicting the President’s claims. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, a former Minister of Finance, challenged the President to provide a load-shedding timetable to address ongoing power disruptions that have adversely affected daily life.
During the “True State of the Nation Address” held by the NPP Minority Caucus at Parliament in Accra, Dr. Adam highlighted the detrimental effects of power outages on small businesses that depend on consistent electricity. He stated the public’s concerns about the return of power instability under another term of President Mahama, contrasting it with the record of the previous administration led by Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, which he claimed maintained a steadier power supply.
Dr. Adam emphasized that many citizens and businesses are experiencing significant challenges due to the unstable power situation. To alleviate these difficulties, the Minority has called upon the government to issue a load-shedding timetable, which would aid individuals and businesses in planning for outages effectively. He underscored the urgency of addressing the current “dumsor” crisis to minimize economic losses suffered by the populace.
In summary, the NPP Minority Caucus has strongly rebuked President Mahama’s claims regarding the resolution of Ghana’s power crisis, asserting that the issue of “dumsor” persists. They have urged the government to implement a load-shedding timetable to help mitigate the hardships faced by citizens and small businesses. Continual power outages remain a pressing concern affecting the nation’s economy and welfare.
Original Source: www.ghanabusinessnews.com
