All generation units at the Akosombo Dam have been restored to full operational capacity, bringing the facility back online to support stability of the national grid, the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced.
The development means the dam can now operate at full capacity to supply sufficient power to the national grid following recent disruptions.
In a Facebook post on Friday, May 1, 2026, Mr Jinapor described the restoration as a successful completion of efforts to stabilise the system.
“Mission accomplished. All generation units are now back in service,” he wrote.
He said the recovery was achieved through sustained efforts by engineers and emergency response teams working under challenging conditions.
“In the face of a major system disruption, and against all odds, our engineers, technicians, and emergency teams worked around the clock to restore power and stabilise the grid. Through their tireless work, discipline, and commitment to country, power has been restored and system stability secured,” he said.
Mr Jinapor also commended key power sector institutions, including the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo), the Volta River Authority (VRA), and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), for their coordination during the restoration process.
“I extend my sincere appreciation to the leadership and staff of GRIDCo, VRA, ECG, and all supporting agencies whose coordination made this possible. This moment shows that even under pressure, Ghana can rely on the strength and skill of its people,” he added.
