Politics

Power Cut Interrupts Vice President Bawumia’s Campaign Speech: Ghanaians Protest Dumsor

Dumsor is becoming norm in a country called Ghana.
Ghanaians have been dealing with intermittent power supply, also known as dumsor, over the past few months.

On June 5, 2024, a power outage interrupted Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s Youth Connect event at the GNAT Hall in the Greater Accra Region.

As Bawumia delivered his speech, the lights went out, plunging the hall into darkness and silence, which prompted loud shouts from the audience.

Return of Dumsor in Ghana

Ghanaians have been facing intermittent power supply, known locally as “dumsor,” for several months.

Despite the government’s repeated attempts to downplay the issue, the situation remains a major concern for many citizens.

This latest incident at Bawumia’s campaign event highlights the ongoing challenges posed by dumsor.

Dr. Bawumia is currently touring the country as part of his campaign for the 2024 presidential election.

The power cut during his speech underscores the pressing issue of power outages, which many Ghanaians hope will be addressed in the upcoming elections.

Yvonne Nelson’s Call to Action

In response to the power crisis, actress and filmmaker Yvonne Nelson has announced a dumsor protest scheduled for June 8, 2024.

Nelson has urged Ghanaians and organizations to join her in a vigil to draw attention to the issue.

In a heartfelt statement, Nelson expressed her disappointment at the return of dumsor and its prolonged duration. She reminded citizens of the first dumsor vigil she led, which had a significant impact on raising awareness and curbing the crisis.

Ashanti Region’s Vigil

Residents of the Ashanti Region recently organized a dumsor vigil to protest the ongoing power outages and their detrimental effects on homes and businesses.

Jerry Sukah, the convener of the vigil, has called on the government to press the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to release a load-shedding timetable. Sukah attributes the current power crisis and economic hardships to the government’s mismanagement.

The power outages are causing widespread frustration and hardship for many Ghanaians.

There is a growing call for the government to take swift action to resolve the protest of dumsor in Ghana . As the 2024 elections approach, addressing the power supply problem will be crucial for winning public support.

The interruption of Vice President Bawumia’s speech by a power cut highlights the ongoing issue of dumsor in Ghana.

With prominent figures like Yvonne Nelson calling for action and citizens organizing vigils, the pressure on the government to find a solution is mounting.

The upcoming elections provide an opportunity for leaders to address dumsor in Ghana and prioritize the needs of the people.