ADVERTISEMENT
Get Started
  • About Homebase Tv | Hbtvghana.com
  • Advertise
  • Broadcast Live
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Vacancies
  • Contact Us – Connect With Us
Homebase Tv - Hbtvghana.com
  • Home
  • General News
  • Business News
  • Health
  • Life & Style
  • Politics
    • Press Release
    • Parliament
  • Sports
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • General News
  • Business News
  • Health
  • Life & Style
  • Politics
    • Press Release
    • Parliament
  • Sports
No Result
View All Result
Homebase Tv - Hbtvghana.com
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Halt electricity tariff hikes immediately! – Awal Mohammed to government

Thu, Jun 26 2025 8:28 AM
in Ghana General News, News, Politics
halt electricity tariff hikes immediately awal mohammed to government
0
SHARES
0
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on TelegramShare on Whatsapp
ADVERTISEMENT
image 1393

A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communication team, Awal Mohammed, has urged the government to put the recently announced electricity tariff increment on hold.

He called for action similar to the suspension of the controversial Dumsor Levy to ease the burden on Ghanaians.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show today, Mr Mohammed expressed surprise at the decision of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to increase electricity tariffs by 2.45%, effective 1st July 2025, as part of its quarterly review mechanism.

“Given the current economic indicators, such as inflation trending downward and a stabilising exchange rate, this increase is both untimely and insensitive,” he said. “The government must take decisive steps to halt this levy, just as it did with the Dumsor Levy.”

The PURC justified the hike based on inflation at 20.67%, an exchange rate of GHS10.3052 to the US dollar, and an increased weighted average cost of gas.

However, Mr Mohammed argued that these figures no longer reflect the current economic reality.

“When the last tariff hike was introduced, inflation was about 21%, and the cedi was trading above 11 to the dollar. Now, inflation has dropped to around 18%, and the cedi is more stable. It is unreasonable to impose another increase under these conditions,” he said.

He also challenged assertions that the tariff increase is due to International Monetary Fund (IMF) conditions, noting that tariffs were reduced while Ghana was still under an IMF programme last year.

ReadAbout

WAFCON 2024: Black Queens have the quality to beat all teams – Bjorkegren

Accelerated student loan disbursement earns praise from Africa Education Watch

Buipewura Abdulai Jinapor II named the Development-oriented Chief of the Year Award

“Last year, there was a 3% reduction in tariffs despite IMF involvement. The suggestion that this hike is IMF-driven doesn’t hold.”

Mr Mohammed stressed the importance of affordable electricity in supporting the government’s 24-hour economy agenda.

“The government promised that the 24-hour economy would be supported by reduced electricity tariffs to help welders, manufacturers, and small businesses. This hike contradicts that promise and places additional strain on citizens.”

He called on the government to reconsider the tariff increase and suspend it until a thorough review of the economic factors is completed.

“Suspending the levy would provide relief and allow time to assess the economy before making further adjustments.”

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Tags:  

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

  • President Commissions 36.5 Million Dollars Hospital In The Tain District
  • You Will Not Go Free For Killing An Hard Working MP – Akufo-Addo To MP’s Killer
  • I Will Lead You To Victory – Ato Forson Assures NDC Supporters

Visit Our Social Media for More

About Author

c16271dd987343c7ec4ccd40968758b74d64e6d6c084807e9eb8de11a77c1a1d?s=150&d=mm&r=g

hbtvghana

See author's posts

Discover interesting ones too

Mexico beat Pochettino’s USA to defend Gold Cup title

Mexico beat Pochettino’s USA to defend Gold Cup title

0
Mexico beat Pochettino’s USA to defend Gold Cup title

Mexico beat Pochettino’s USA to defend Gold Cup title

0

First round of Gaza ceasefire talks ends without breakthrough

WAFCON 2024: Black Queens have the quality to beat all teams – Bjorkegren

T-bills auction: Government continues to miss target; investors seek high-yielding instruments

‘We’ve lost someone special’ – Deputy British High Commissioner to Ghana pays tribute to Diogo Jota

‘We’ve lost someone special’ – Deputy British High Commissioner to Ghana pays tribute to Diogo Jota

Kumasi receives new boost to its culinary services as local eateries commit to boost economic growth

Gold prices to remain elevated; Ghana government to take greater policy risks – Fitch Solutions

Accelerated student loan disbursement earns praise from Africa Education Watch

  • Ghana and Japan agree to pursue UN Security Council reforms

    Ghana and Japan agree to pursue UN Security Council reforms

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Rastafarian student Oheneba Nkrabea graduates from GIS after Achimota saga

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • I resigned because of Prez. Mahama, NDC – former GBA President

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Perseus Mining Ghana announces leadership transition

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Western Region police arrest 44 suspects in major ‘galamsey’ raid

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Follow Homebase Tv

  • About Homebase Tv | Hbtvghana.com
  • Advertise
  • Broadcast Live
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Vacancies
  • Contact Us – Connect With Us

© 2014 Total Enjoyment & Proper News

No Result
View All Result

© 2014 Total Enjoyment & Proper News

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Cookie settingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT

Add New Playlist

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.