NAPO rejects power sabotage allegations, urges government to focus on resolving electricity crisis
Matthew Opoku Prempeh dismissed allegations on Friday, May 8, circulating on social media. The allegations claimed that he and some NPP Members of Parliament in the Ashanti Region conspired with Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) district directors to deliberately disrupt power supply in parts of the country. He described the accusations as "false, malicious, and politically motivated."
Dr. Opoku Prempeh stated that Ghana's current electricity challenges require serious attention and practical solutions rather than "the spread of propaganda and misinformation." He argued that politicising the power situation only diverts attention from efforts to address the difficulties facing consumers. He said, "At a time when Ghanaians are confronted with serious challenges in the power sector, the focus of government and its communicators should be on providing lasting solutions to the crisis and not manufacturing falsehoods, spreading smear narratives, and politicising matters that directly affect the lives of our people."
Dr. Opoku Prempeh has instructed his lawyers to commence legal processes against the radio and television station involved, as well as the presenter responsible for making the claims. He said they must "substantiate these allegations with credible evidence or face the full consequences of the law."
Quick Summary
Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, former Energy Minister, is at the center of allegations involving power disruptions and financial inducements. The accusations have sparked a strong reaction, raising questions about the intersection of politics and essential services.
Summary - read the full story for complete context.
Image: MyJoyOnline
GhanaFront aggregates news from trusted sources. Click to read the original article.
Keywords
Explore related tagsMore from MyJoyOnline
Related Stories
More from Politics
NPP condemns attacks on Kufuor, urges NDC to rein in Kevin Taylor
The NPP is demanding action after alleged attacks on a former president - but what exactly is at stake?
22h ago•2 min read
Tinubu orders Nigerian missions in South Africa to establish crisis unit as xenophobic attacks escalate
Why is Nigeria's foreign ministry calling for a systemic overhaul in South Africa?
1d ago•4 min read
Charles Amissah's Death: Victor Bright calls for action on Committee Recommendations, not "usual noise"
Will Charles Amissah's death lead to real change, or will it be "usual noise," as Victor Bright fears?
2h ago•2 min read
Akosua Manu appointed spokesperson for NPP's Gender and Social Protection Committee
Akosua Manu gets a new role within the NPP - what does this mean for the party's future?
6h ago•2 min read
