Accra: The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced that the ministry is collaborating more closely with the Ministry of Finance to align priorities and expedite reforms aimed at transforming Ghana's energy sector. This initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing energy security and boosting the transition to cleaner energy sources.
According to Ghana Web, Dr. Jinapor revealed on his Facebook page that he led the heads of agencies under the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition in a strategic engagement with the Ministry of Finance. The discussion focused on key priorities spanning the petroleum, power, and renewable energy sectors. The meeting served as a platform for the agencies to present their strategic plans and highlight the support needed from the government to achieve their objectives.
Dr. Jinapor noted that each agency outlined its strategic roadmap, detailing the ongoing reforms and the crucial support required from the government to enhance delivery across the energy sectors. He expressed gratitude to the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, and his team for their dedication to supporting the transformation agenda of the energy sector.
The Energy Minister emphasized his optimism, stating that the strengthened collaboration between the two ministries would be instrumental in improving energy security, expanding electricity access, attracting investment, and accelerating Ghana's transition to cleaner energy sources.