Accra: Outgoing Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has announced that the ongoing power outages affecting various regions across the country are anticipated to be resolved by the end of September 2026. According to Ghana Web, Ayariga shared that the Energy and Green Transition Minister, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has provided assurances that measures are underway to tackle the issues disrupting power supply.
During his address in Parliament on August 24, 2026, Ayariga explained that the outages are primarily due to maintenance activities by gas suppliers and routine upkeep of aging power infrastructure. A recent fire outbreak that damaged a transmission substation at Akosombo has further impacted the stability of the power network.
Ayariga conveyed his confidence in the Minister of Energy's commitment to resolving these issues, stating, "I want to assure you that I have the assurance of the Minister of Energy that by the end of September, the issues causing the power outages will be resolved." He noted that current scheduled maintenance by gas suppliers has decreased the gas available for power generation, which has contributed to the outages.
The situation has led to disruptions in businesses and households across several parts of the country, with significant power outages reported. One of the notable incidents occurred on August 20, when a fault on the Akosombo-Volta transmission line resulted in widespread outages. However, power was restored to the affected regions later that day.
The recent power interruptions have sparked concerns about the reliability of Ghana's power transmission and generation systems, especially given the aging infrastructure. The government asserts that ongoing maintenance and repair work are essential to enhance the reliability of the power system. Ayariga's assurance indicates that the government is optimistic about an improved power situation once the maintenance and repair activities are completed by the end of September.