New PURC office symbolises stronger consumer protection – Minister
Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister of Energy and Green Transition, says the new head office of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) symbolises stronger utility regulation and consumer protection. The post New PURC office symbolises stronger consumer protection – Minister appeared first on Ghana Business News .
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) recently commissioned a new head office in Accra, marking a significant development in consumer protection and utility regulation in Ghana. The new facility, described by Minister of Energy and Green Transition Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor as a "fitting home" for an institution of national importance, symbolises the Commission's strengthened role and evolving responsibilities.
Dr. Jinapor highlighted the PURC's growth over more than two and a half decades, expanding from a primarily tariff review institution to a regulator overseeing electricity, water, and natural gas sectors. He emphasized the Commission's mandate to ensure sustainable utility operations, maintain financial viability, and enhance consumer services. The Minister stressed the importance of strengthening enforcement and scrutinising commercial performance to achieve these goals, even if it means making tough decisions sometimes.
The new headquarters, which includes modern conference spaces, training facilities, laboratories for quality assurance, a real-time monitoring room, and contemporary offices, reflects the Commission's technological advancements and institutional growth. Dr. Shafic Suleman, the Executive Secretary of the PURC, noted that the facility offers a contemporary working environment and enhances the Commission's capacity for effective regulation.
He thanked various stakeholders for their contributions to the project, noting that the building was fully funded through improved cash flows within the utility sector.
PURC Board Chairman Mr. Moses Asaga emphasized the transformation of the Commission, recalling its humble beginnings in a colonial-era building over two decades ago. He challenged the management and staff to maintain the high standards set by the new facility and stressed the Commission's commitment to consumer protection and financial sustainability in the utility sector.
The new head office is poised to strengthen the PURC's role in regulating Ghana's electricity, water, and natural gas utilities, ensuring reliable services and improved consumer experiences.
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