Energy Minister Charges New NPG Board to Accelerate Nuclear Program
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has inaugurated a newly constituted Board of Nuclear Power Ghana (NPG), issuing a firm directive for the team to inject speed, focus and renewed commitment into Ghana’s long-standing pursuit of nuclear energy.
Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Mr. Jinapor described the inauguration as a “major and symbolic milestone” in the country’s decades-long quest to introduce nuclear power into its energy mix, a vision first promoted by Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, but one which has faced repeated delays over the years.
He underscored that Ghana’s future energy security, industrial expansion and sustainable economic growth depend heavily on diversifying the country’s power generation portfolio. According to him, nuclear energy remains one of the most credible and reliable options for providing stable, cost-effective base-load electricity, especially at a time when global competition for clean and dependable energy is intensifying.
“Global experience leaves no doubt. Any nation aiming for long-term industrialisation must secure access to affordable and uninterrupted base-load power, and nuclear technology offers one of the strongest pathways to achieve this,” he stated.
Mr. Jinapor emphasised that the new board carries a critical responsibility to transition Ghana’s nuclear program from planning to tangible action. He reminded members that the pace of progress has been slow for too long, insisting that the time has come for decisive steps and measurable outcomes. “I have charged the Board to break new ground, accelerate the pace of work and deliver on the long-standing national objective of adding nuclear power to Ghana’s energy mix,” he declared.
He urged the board to prioritise innovation, build strong institutional capacity and deepen technical cooperation with reputable international partners, stating that these elements are essential for fast-tracking the rollout of Ghana’s nuclear infrastructure.
The Minister also assured Ghanaians that the government remains fully committed to maintaining the highest global standards of safety, transparency and strict regulatory oversight. He stressed that nuclear energy can only succeed with strong public trust and a rigorous adherence to international protocols.
Mr. Jinapor added that the successful introduction of nuclear power will not only stabilise Ghana’s electricity supply but also underpin the country’s broader industrial transformation agenda, paving the way for expanded manufacturing, economic competitiveness and job creation.
He expressed confidence that the newly inaugurated board possesses the expertise and determination needed to steer Ghana closer to realising a vision that has spanned generations.
With the new board now in place, expectations remain high that Ghana will finally make significant strides toward establishing its first nuclear power facility, an achievement that could reshape the country’s energy landscape for decades to come.
