Power sector debt concerns have resurfaced as the minority in Parliament reveals significant outstanding payments owed by the government. The minority says the government owes more than 700 million dollars to independent power producers and fuel suppliers. This, they argue, highlights deep financial challenges within the energy sector.
According to the minority, over 500 million dollars is owed to independent power producers. An additional 200 million dollars is owed to companies that supplied fuel for power generation.
The disclosure was made by the Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament’s Energy Committee, Collins Adomako Mensah. The minority insists that power sector debt remains a major issue. They argue that the challenges in the sector are not only technical but also financial.
The figures presented by the Minority contradict earlier government assurances. The government had indicated that debts within the sector, including those linked to the Electricity Company of Ghana, had been cleared.
The minority is now demanding clarity on the true financial position of the sector. They are calling for a detailed and independently verified report on the Energy Sector Levy, also known as the “Dumsor Levy.”
The requested report should cover total collections, disbursements, and outcomes of all expenditures.
The minority warns that rising power sector debt could affect the sustainability of the energy sector. They stress the need for transparency and accountability to restore confidence.
The development adds to ongoing concerns about the sector’s ability to meet demand while managing its financial obligations.
