During his address at the 92nd National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Pomadze, Winneba, on January 9, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama reassured Ghanaians about the government’s commitment to keeping the lights on despite challenges in fuel supply.
“We have to make provisions for fuel—light crude oil, heavy fuel oil, and distillate fuel,” Mahama said, explaining that adequate preparations had not been made for potential fuel shortages.
He outlined the steps involved in the fuel procurement process, emphasizing the time it takes to secure and process the necessary fuel for power generation. “Unfortunately, enough provision was not made for this eventuality,” he admitted, acknowledging the reality of the situation.
“Once the fuel arrives, it takes time—three weeks to place an order and get it delivered,” he continued, highlighting the logistical challenges involved.
“Then, you have to treat the fuel for another week and a half to make it ready for the generating plants,” Mahama explained, underlining the complexities of maintaining a consistent power supply.
In addition to the fuel-related concerns, Mahama’s speech touched on the broader issues facing the country and his administration’s proactive steps to tackle them.
He reaffirmed the government’s efforts to ensure sustainable energy solutions for Ghanaians and addressed how the leadership is prioritizing the nation’s energy needs.
