The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has called for calm following nationwide protests by workers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). In a statement issued on Tuesday, December 30, the Ministry emphasized that the government’s implementation of the Private Sector Participation (PSP) framework is not a move towards privatizing the company, but rather a strategic initiative to enhance its operations.
“The Ministry urges calm and patience as discussions continue in good faith. The selection of a transaction advisor is a technical and procedural step to properly structure the PSP framework and does not indicate or imply an outright sale of ECG,” the statement read.
The government reassured ECG workers that their interests will be protected, and reiterated its commitment to strengthening ECG, ensuring the utility becomes more reliable, efficient, and sustainable.
“Government remains dedicated to safeguarding the interests of ECG workers while working to improve the company’s performance and guarantee a stable and efficient power sector for all Ghanaians,” the Ministry added.
The statement followed symbolic protests organized by the Public Utilities Workers Union (PUWU) on December 29. Workers across the country hoisted red flags and wore red bands at ECG offices to voice their concerns over the potential impact of the PSP framework.
In response to these protests, the Ministry clarified that the PSP framework focuses on leveraging private sector expertise to improve specific operational areas of ECG, not to transfer ownership. The framework’s goal, according to the Ministry, is to increase efficiency and service delivery through strategic partnerships.
“The approved PSP framework is not a sale or divestiture. It involves the careful deployment of private sector expertise through multiple concession agreements to enhance various operational aspects of ECG,” the statement concluded.
Source: MyNewsGh.com
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