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‘My electricity bill has jumped from GH¢20,000 to over GH¢200,000’ – Businessman ‘confronts’ Bawumia in Kumasi

With Ghana gearing up for a crucial general election in less than five months, voters have been voicing their demands to the two main political parties, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and National Democratic Congress (NDC).

The state of the Ghanaian economy is a top concern for many voters, especially the business community which is struggling with the depreciation of the cedi, high taxes, and utility costs, among other challenges.

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer for the New Patriotic Party, recently toured the Ashanti Region as part of his campaign and engaged with members of the business community.

During his visit, a businessman who owns a mineral water production company raised concerns with Dr Bawumia about the exorbitant cost of utilities, which he believes is making it difficult to sustain his business.

The businessman revealed that his electricity bill at his factory has surged from GH¢20,000 to over GH¢200,000, significantly impacting his profits.

“We need a government that supports business growth. I am in the mineral water production business. Since 2016, the machines I purchased have been failing me. Dr. Bawumia, the electricity bills I am currently paying have become unbearable. I used to pay around GH¢20,000, but now I have to pay about GH¢200,000 just for electricity,” he expressed in the local Twi dialect.

“By the time I finish production, all my money will have gone towards electricity bills. I urge you to support businesses in the Ashanti region if you become president,” the businessman pleaded.

On December 7, 2024, Ghanaians will head to the polls to elect a new president and members of parliament for the next four years.

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Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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