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Akuapem North MP Sammi Awuku calls for urgent resolution to Ghana's power crisis
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Sammi Awuku, Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, has urged the government to immediately address the country's erratic power supply. In a Facebook post on Monday, April 27, 2026, Awuku highlighted the significant pressure the outages are placing on students preparing for national examinations like WASSCE and BECE. He noted that many students depend on evening hours for study, and the unpredictable power cuts are causing stress and uncertainty during a critical academic period. Awuku emphasized the need for a stable environment to support students' academic performance. He also pointed out that the impact of the outages extends to small businesses, young entrepreneurs, and informal sector workers, disrupting productivity and income. Awuku called on John Dramani Mahama and the Minister for Energy and Green Transition to take urgent action to restore stable electricity, ensuring students can prepare for their exams with peace of mind.
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