Former Greater Accra Regional Minister and Tema East MP, Titus Glover, has criticised the decision to ask the CEO of the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo), Ing Mark Awuah Baah, to step aside, describing the move as premature and unnecessary.

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, on Monday, April 27, 2026, Glover questioned the basis for the decision, especially as investigations into the Akosombo substation fire are still underday.

“This is a knee-jerk reaction. This is someone who is due for pension in June and will proceed on leave prior to that. Why can’t we look at the issue going on and deal with the problem?” he questioned.

Glover argued that, from a layman’s point of view, the fire outbreak at the Akosombo Substation appeared to be accidental.

“From a layman’s point of view, the fire outbreak at Akosombo was an accident and they are working to resolve the issue.

"If there is evidential proof that some people are sabotaging efforts, then we can take them on. But we shouldn’t act based on gossip and speculation,” he stated.

The fire, which damaged critical infrastructure at the facility, led to widespread power outages across the country and forced authorities to shut down operations at the Akosombo Dam.

Authorities say investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire and assess the extent of the damage, but the Minister’s directive is aimed at ensuring a transparent and independent probe.

The incident has already prompted changes within the sector, including a reshuffle in the Ashanti Regional leadership of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), as officials attempt to stabilise power distribution.

“Why can’t we look at the issue going on and deal with the problem? These people who are being sacked, are they the cause of the problem? I need some education,” he added.

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