PUWU Rejects ECG Privatization, Denies Claims of Illegal Connections

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) Public Utility Workers’ Union (PUWU) has reiterated its adamant opposition to the Electricity Company of Ghana’s (ECG) diversification or privatization in any way. Ben Boakye, Executive Director of the African Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), has accused ECG employees and personnel of engaging in illicit connections and other activities that harm the company’s reputation and result in financial losses. This stance is in response to his accusations.
PUWU’s general secretary, Timothy Nyame, strongly refuted these allegations, claiming that neither ECG employees nor any PUWU employees are engaged in such illegal activity. He underlined that ECG employees are still dedicated to fulfilling their professional duty of supplying safe, dependable, and high-quality energy to aid in Ghana’s economic development. This statement reinforces the union’s dedication to upholding the integrity and professionalism of ECG employees.
PUWU’s opposition to ECG privatization stems from concerns about the potential negative impacts of private control over the electricity sector. The union has consistently opposed privatization, presenting proposals to the government that highlight the value of maintaining public control. This opposition is also driven by PUWU’s commitment to protecting its members’ interests and ensuring that essential services like electricity remain a public responsibility. As an entity representing workers in the utility sector, PUWU remains firm in its resistance to any privatization or diversification initiatives that could compromise the public interest.
In summary, PUWU’s strong stance against ECG privatization and its denial of Boakye’s allegations underscore the union’s unwavering commitment to protecting the interests of its members, upholding professional standards, and ensuring that essential services remain a public responsibility.
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Minister of Energy To Inaugurate Technical Committee On ECG Privatization Today
Moreover, Dr. John Jinapor, the newly appointed Minister of Energy and Green Transition, is scheduled to inaugurate a technical committee on Friday, January 24, 2025. This committee will be responsible for creating a comprehensive plan for the privatization of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
Comprising energy experts and key stakeholders, the committee’s mandate will be to devise strategies for transitioning the Electricity Company of Ghana to private sector management while enhancing efficiency and service delivery.
This initiative is part of the broader efforts by the John Mahama administration to tackle the challenges facing Ghana’s energy sector, including financial losses and inefficiencies in power distribution.
During his ministerial vetting, the Energy Minister underscored the necessity of transparency and stakeholder involvement throughout the privatization process. He specifically noted that the process should prioritize the interests of both consumers and employees of the state-owned company.
Just yesterday, some ECG guys came to do illegal meter replacement in my area. Those guys are the reasons why people do illegal connections
ECG workers should changed their looking faces and do correct job