President Nana Akufo-Addo officially has commissioned the first phase of the Anwomaso 1 Thermal Power Plant in Kumasi on Wednesday, April 17.

With a total installed capacity of 150 megawatts, the plant marks a significant milestone in the government's efforts to ensure sustainable electricity supply, particularly in the Ashanti Region.

Speaking at the commissioning, President Akufo-Addo emphasised that there is a growing demand for power as the population and economic activities of the country continue to expand.

According to him, projects like the power station are important in boosting the country’s energy supply to meet the expectations of Ghanaians.

“This power project is the first in Kumasi and, by extension, the Ashanti region. It is very significant as it will improve the delivery of electricity to the middle and northern belts of the country.

“Projects are further confirmation if any were needed, and my government is committed to ensuring that all parts of the country have the necessary infrastructure for development.”

President Akufo-Addo affirmed his government's dedication to fostering economic growth and social advancement across the country.

Additionally, he highlighted the Ashanti Region's reputation for fostering the development of small and medium-scale enterprises, as well as commercial and industrial sectors.

“It is my expectation that it would enhance electricity supply. These enterprises would expand and offer further employment opportunities to our youth. Ladies and gentlemen, in the course of the last seven years, my government has had the opportunity to translate promises and assurances into result-oriented projects, especially as the Ghanaian people, having cleared absolute terms, demanded results that would transform the country.

“One such commitment is the delivery of affordable and reliable electricity to drive our nation's industrialization agenda and position Ghana to become a net exporter of electricity in the ECOWAS region,” he stated.