Opoku Prempeh Relinquishes Energy Ministerial Role Accra, Ghana – In a surprising turn of events, Honorable John Peter Amewu, the Minister of Energy, has stepped down from his position, effective immediately. The resignation was announced by the Minister for Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, during a press conference on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Mr. Amewu, who was appointed Energy Minister in 2017, did not provide specific reasons for his resignation. However, sources close to the government indicate that the decision was prompted by personal and family considerations. “The Minister has expressed his gratitude to His Excellency the President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for the opportunity to serve in this capacity. He remains committed to supporting the government’s agenda and wishes to extend his well wishes to his successor,” Mr. Oppong Nkrumah stated. The President has accepted Mr. Amewu’s resignation and has expressed his appreciation for his service to the nation. A successor is expected to be named in due course. Mr. Amewu’s resignation comes at a crucial time for Ghana’s energy sector, which is facing challenges such as rising fuel prices and the need to diversify energy sources. It is unclear how his departure will affect the government’s energy policies and ongoing projects. The news of Mr. Amewu’s resignation has been met with mixed reactions. Some observers have expressed regret over the loss of an experienced leader, while others believe that it provides an opportunity for fresh perspectives and a renewed focus on addressing the challenges facing the energy sector.Minister of Energy Resigns for Vice-Presidential BidMinister of Energy Resigns for Vice-Presidential Bid Accra, Ghana – Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as “Napo,” has resigned from his position as Minister of Energy. His decision comes following his nomination and confirmation as the running mate on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) ticket for the 2024 presidential election. In a statement released by the presidency on Thursday, July 11, Director of Communications Eugene Arhin announced that Dr. Prempeh’s resignation would take effect from July 18. The statement expressed President Akufo-Addo’s gratitude for Dr. Prempeh’s service to the government. The minister’s departure marks a transition to his new role in the NPP’s campaign efforts, demonstrating his commitment to the party’s future success. During his tenure as Minister of Education and later Minister of Energy, Dr. Prempeh made notable contributions to both sectors. The statement also stated: > “The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has today, Thursday, 11 July 2024, accepted the resignation from the office of Minister of Energy of the Honourable Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh… with effect from 18 July 2024… to concentrate on his new role as Vice-Presidential Candidate and Running Mate of the 2024 Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.” Dr. Prempeh’s resignation underlines his commitment to the NPP’s goal of breaking the traditional eight-year electoral cycle and securing victory in the upcoming polls.Former Energy Minister Opoku Prempeh has announced his resignation from the position, citing personal reasons. Prempeh held the office for two years, overseeing significant developments in Ghana’s energy sector. In a statement, Prempeh expressed his gratitude to President Nana Akufo-Addo for the opportunity to serve and acknowledged the accomplishments made during his tenure. He highlighted the improvement in energy supply reliability, the expansion of access to electricity, and the promotion of renewable energy initiatives. The resignation comes amid ongoing challenges in the energy sector, including rising fuel prices and concerns over the country’s power generation capacity. It is unclear at this time who will succeed Prempeh as Energy Minister. Prempeh’s departure is expected to have a significant impact on the energy policy and development in Ghana. His experience and leadership will be missed, and his legacy in the sector will be evaluated in the coming months and years.