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John Abdulai Jinapor

Also known as: Mr Jinapor · the Minister for Energy and Green Transition · Minister · Jinapor · Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor · Dr Jinapor · Mr. Jinapor · Dr John Abdulai Jinapor

Energy Minister overseeing power sector response to Akosombo hydroelectric plant fire, directing audit and restoration efforts.

Politics

Titus Glover criticizes CEO step-aside directive as knee-jerk reaction

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Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover has criticized Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor's directive asking GRIDCo CEO Mark Awuah Baah to step aside, calling it a "knee-jerk reaction" while investigations into the Akosombo substation fire remain ongoing. Glover questioned the basis for the decision and argued that from a layman's perspective the fire appeared accidental, stating that action should not be taken "based on gossip and speculation" without evidential proof.

20 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Titus Glover criticizes CEO step-aside directive as knee-jerk reaction

    Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover has criticized Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor's directive asking GRIDCo CEO Mark Awuah Baah to step aside, calling it a "knee-jerk reaction" while investigations into the Akosombo substation fire remain ongoing. Glover questioned the basis for the decision and argued that from a layman's perspective the fire appeared accidental, stating that action should not be taken "based on gossip and speculation" without evidential proof.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Energy Minister orders nationwide audit after Akosombo substation fire

    Following a recent explosion and fire at the Akosombo substation of GRIDCo, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor has directed a nationwide audit of all energy installations to assess operational readiness and safety of critical infrastructure. The audit, taking effect from Monday, will involve key stakeholders and focus on safety standards, maintenance systems, and emergency response preparedness.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

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