Akosombo temporary control room to be ready next month; Energy Ministers says current arrangement is fragile

Ghana's power system has faced another major disturbance, raising concerns over its stability. The Ministry of Energy has been working on a temporary control room to support power evacuation, which is expected to be completed by the end of September.

According to MyJoyOnline Ghana, the Ministry's spokesperson, Richmond Rockson, explained that the revised timeline followed a decision to prioritise the restoration of power while work on a more permanent control facility continues. The current arrangement is considered fragile, with the absence of a switchyard making the power system vulnerable to disturbances.

The temporary control room is being constructed to serve as an interim solution, allowing electricity generation and supply to resume quickly. MyJoyOnline Ghana reported that engineers recommended the temporary arrangement, which was approved by the Energy Minister.

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