Ghana’s Minister for Energy & Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has inaugurated the newly constituted Board of Nuclear Power Ghana (NPG). Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Jinapor noted that Ghana’s long-standing ambition to develop nuclear energy for electricity generation, which dates back to the era of Dr Kwame Nkrumah, “has remained elusive for far too long despite decades of national effort”.
Addressing stakeholders, Jinapor stressed the strategic importance of nuclear power in meeting Ghana’s future energy needs, particularly as the country pursues sustained economic growth. “Global experience is clear,” he said. “Every nation seeking long-term industrial expansion needs access to stable, affordable base-load power and nuclear energy remains one of the most reliable pathways to achieve this.”
He said Ghana’s current energy structure requires bold diversification to ensure resilience and security, stressing that the incoming Board carries a critical mandate to accelerate Ghana’s nuclear programme. He described their assignment as both historic and urgent. “I have charged the Board to break new ground, accelerate progress, and deliver on the long-standing objective of adding nuclear power to our national energy mix,” he stated.
He urged the members to adopt innovative approaches, strengthen institutional capacity, and collaborate with global partners to fast-track the programme. He highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring that nuclear development is conducted with strict adherence to international safety standards, transparency, and strong regulatory oversight. “Our goal is a green transition that does not compromise reliability – and nuclear power offers that balance,” he said.
Jinapor expressed confidence in the expertise and leadership of board members, noting, “With this team, I am optimistic that Ghana can finally move from aspiration to implementation in our nuclear power journey.” The new Board comprises Emmanuel Appiah-Korang as Chairman, Eng. Samuel Boakye Dampare, Eng. Edward Obeng-Kenzo, Bernard Kofi Ellis, Benedict Kofi Wompeh, and Nana Akyaa Amoah-Amissah.
