John Jinapor
Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor has assured Ghanaians that the government’s new Guiding Framework for Private Sector Participation (PSP) in electricity distribution does not involve the privatisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) or the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo).
In a statement announcing the receipt of the Framework from the PSP Committee, Mr. Jinapor described the policy as a major milestone in reforming Ghana’s power distribution sector while safeguarding public ownership of electricity assets.
According to the Minister, the Framework sets out how private sector expertise will be engaged to improve efficiency, reduce technical and commercial losses, enhance customer service, and attract investment into ECG and NEDCo, without transferring ownership or control of the utilities.
He explained that the policy focuses on strengthening financial sustainability, improving service quality, and addressing longstanding inefficiencies that have affected power distribution across the country, in line with Ghana’s economic growth and energy transition objectives.
The Framework adopts a multiple-lease model, which allows private operators to participate under clearly defined, performance-based contracts, supported by strong governance systems, regulatory oversight, and social safeguards to protect consumers and workers.
Mr. Jinapor noted that the approach ensures accountability and transparency, while keeping electricity infrastructure firmly in public hands.
He expressed appreciation to the PSP Committee, chaired by Ing. Jabesh Amissah-Arthur, for its work in delivering the Framework, describing it as a critical step towards building a more reliable, customer-focused electricity distribution system for Ghana.
