On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor stated on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme that he had commissioned a new Bulk Supply Point (BSP) in Kumasi. This assertion was made in response to host Samson Lardy Anyenini’s questioning about assurances of power reliability in the Ashanti region, which has recently experienced unstable electricity supply.
Context of Power Supply Concerns
The Ashanti region, and Kumasi in particular, has faced significant challenges with power reliability in recent months. This has led to public frustration and scrutiny of the Ministry of Energy’s efforts to ensure consistent power delivery.
During the Newsfile interview, Mr. Anyenini pressed the Minister on previous promises, asking how the people of Kumasi should perceive his assurances given past unfulfilled claims about fixing the power issues.
Minister’s Statement Under Scrutiny
Minister Jinapor responded, stating,
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