Accra; Energy Ministry, NPG hold stakeholders’ engagement on Nuclear Power Ghana Limited’s draft Bill
Accra; Energy Ministry, NPG hold stakeholders' engagement on Nuclear Power Ghana Limited’s draft Bill
Nuclear Power Ghana (NPG), under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, held a Stakeholders’ engagement on Nuclear Power Ghana Limited’s draft Bill in Accra.
The stakeholders’ engagement brought together key industry leaders, policymakers, and media practitioners to share their views and also make their input on the draft legal framework “Nuclear Power Ghana Limited’s (NPGL) draft Bill’ to support Ghana’s nuclear power drive.
Addressing participants at the forum, held at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Conference Room, the Deputy Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr. Richard Gyan Mensah, reaffirmed the John Dramani Mahama-led government’s unwavering support for renewable energy options, including nuclear power.
“At first when I hear of nuclear power or building nuclear power plant, I cling until I saw nuclear power plant built in the mist of communities and the wonders it’s performing the operating countries economy and I have since become a strong advocate for the construction of nuclear power plant for electricity generation,” he said.
According to him, Ghana’s electricity consumption is likely to increase significantly with expansion of towns and communities due to increase population and especially the roll-out of the government’s flagship program “the 24-Hour Economy Policy”, and that reason everything should be done to ensure the realisation of Ghana’s dream of owning a nuclear power plant.
The Deputy Minister, highlighting some progress made so far in an attempt to construct a nuclear power plant, commended the team at the NPG and its partners for the successful completion of Phases One and Two of Ghana’s nuclear power development project. “Another key milestones chalked are the site selection and vendor engagement, he added.
Mr. Gyan Mensah continued further, saying, “Today’s engagement is not a mere formality. We are committed to transparency and accountability.
He, therefore, impressed upon participants to identify the gaps in the draft Bill and make proposals to shape it for the good of the country.
Meanwhile, the Board Chairman of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), who chaired the occasion, Ing. Dr. William Amuna, emphasized nuclear power’s potential to revolutionize Ghana’s energy landscape.
“The establishment of nuclear power plants will reduce reliance on fossil fuels, improve the economy, sustain the environment, drive industrialization, promote technological advancement, and enhance access to electricity,” Dr. Amuna said.
He emphasized the importance of safety and international compliance. “The NPGL draft Bill will be grounded in strict adherence to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safety standards, cutting-edge technologies, and international best practices. It will also promote the exportation of Ghanaian expertise,” he explained.
Dr. Amuna also called on the drafting committee to uphold national interest. “Let’s be guided by patriotism, and I urge all participants to contribute meaningfully for a fruitful discussion,” he reiterated.
