Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor has directed the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), Mark Awuah Baah, to step aside pending investigations into a fire incident at the Akosombo power plant. The directive was issued on April 27, 2026, according to a statement from the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition.
The fire, which occurred earlier this week, caused significant damage to equipment at the Akosombo hydroelectric facility. No casualties were reported, but the incident disrupted power transmission in parts of the country. The ministry stated that the investigation aims to determine the cause of the fire and assess any lapses in safety protocols.
In a related development, the leadership of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) in the Ashanti Region has been reshuffled. The ministry confirmed that several regional managers have been reassigned as part of broader efforts to improve operational efficiency and accountability. The names of the new appointees have not yet been released.
The ministry emphasized that these actions are temporary and intended to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation. GRIDCo's board has been tasked with appointing an acting CEO to oversee daily operations during the probe.
