Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has sworn in the newly appointed Board Chairman of the Electricity Company of Ghana, Hon. Herbert Krapa, at the Ministry of Energy.
Hon. Krapa took the oath of office and the oath of secrecy administered by the Energy Minister.
The appointment of Herbert Krapa, according to the Minister, sends the clearest indication of the President’s renewed interest in the affairs of the company and the need for a commensurate culture of accountability, professionalism and innovation within the ECG.
“We are all privy to the challenges that have plagued the company almost making it for some not even fit for purpose. However, for some of us including, most importantly, the President of the Republic, we believe we must continue on a path of ensuring that the company lives up to its billing”, the Minister said.
He continued; “I urge you, Chairman, to reflect deeply on the trust and expectations placed upon you by the President of the Republic. Your foremost duty is to justify this confidence through your actions and leadership. You are acutely aware of the vexed matters and therefore have no doubt that, you will, with the necessary support, stem the tide.”
Hon. Herbert Krapa, who is also a Deputy Minister for Energy, assured of his unflinching desire to lead the company with integrity, transparency and a relentless focus on delivering value to the Ghanaians.
“His Excellency the President has given a very unequivocal indication of his resolve to ensure an ECG that will be formidable to keep the lights on and I am determined to actualize this vision of the President, of course with the support of my Minister”, he said.