President Akufo-Addo officially commissioned the first phase of the Anwomaso 1 Thermal Power Plant in Kumasi on Wednesday, April 17.
With a total installed capacity of 150 megawatts, the plant represents a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to ensure a sustainable electricity supply, particularly in the Ashanti Region.
During the commissioning ceremony, President Akufo-Addo highlighted the growing demand for power as the country’s population and economic activities continue to expand.
He emphasized the importance of projects like the power station in enhancing the country’s energy supply to meet the expectations of Ghanaians.
“This power project is the first in Kumasi and, by extension, the Ashanti region. It is very significant as it will improve the delivery of electricity to the middle and northern belts of the country.
“Projects are further confirmation if any were needed, and my government is committed to ensuring that all parts of the country have the necessary infrastructure for development.”
President Akufo-Addo reiterated his government’s commitment to promoting economic growth and social progress throughout the country.
He also emphasized the Ashanti Region’s role in nurturing the growth of small and medium-scale enterprises, as well as its contributions to the commercial and industrial sectors.
“It is my expectation that it would enhance electricity supply. These enterprises would expand and offer further employment opportunities to our youth. Ladies and gentlemen, in the course of the last seven years, my government has had the opportunity to translate promises and assurances into result-oriented projects, especially as the Ghanaian people, having cleared absolute terms, demanded results that would transform the country.
“One such commitment is the delivery of affordable and reliable electricity to drive our nation’s industrialization agenda and position Ghana to become a net exporter of electricity in the ECOWAS region,” he stated.