Herbert Krapa, who serves as the Deputy Energy Minister, has taken on a new responsibility as the Board Chairman of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) following Keli Gadzekpo’s resignation for personal reasons.
Handpicked by President Nana Akufo-Addo, Krapa steps into this role at a crucial juncture as Ghana grapples with challenges in maintaining a consistent power supply.
Concerns have been mounting over frequent power interruptions, commonly known as dumsor, leading to intensified scrutiny on the operations of ECG. While Energy Minister Matthew Opoku Prempeh refutes claims of dumsor’s resurgence, the public is calling for transparency and proactive measures from the government.
Krapa’s appointment heralds a change in leadership within ECG’s board, with high expectations pinned on him to effectively tackle the recent disruptions in power supply.
As the newly appointed Board Chairman, Krapa faces the daunting task of steering the company through the intricacies of power distribution and ensuring uninterrupted electricity provision nationwide. The clamor from the public for a structured timetable to mitigate the impact of power outages on their daily routines adds urgency to his agenda.
His leadership will play a crucial role in devising strategies to ease the burden on citizens and promote economic stability amidst uncertainties in the power sector.
All eyes are now on Krapa and the ECG board as they strive to deliver tangible solutions that alleviate the effects of power outages and rebuild confidence in Ghana’s energy landscape.
