The Board of the Bui Power Authority (BPA), Ghana’s second-largest state-owned power generation company, has paid a working visit to its 50MW peak solar photovoltaic (PV) project under construction at Galigu in Yendi in the Northern Region to assess progress of work.
The project contractor briefed the Board on developments so far, including the installation of ground-mounted solar panels, construction of a 5km access road, and development of staff accommodation.
Board Chairman Ambassador Kwadwo Nyamekye-Marfo stressed the need for the contractor to strictly adhere to the project schedule, noting the Authority’s target to commission 35MW under Phase I of the 50MWp project by May 2026, in line with the vision of President John Dramani Mahama.
He emphasised that meeting the deadline is non-negotiable, given the project’s role in strengthening supply to the national grid and supporting economic growth in Northern Ghana.
Prior to the site visit, the Board members, including Acting Chief Executive Officer Ing. Ekow Eduakwa Sam, paid a courtesy call on the King and Overlord of the Dagbon Traditional Area, Yaa Naa Abukari II, at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi as part of their familiarisation tour of the Authority’s key projects in the region.
Welcoming the delegation, the Yaa Naa noted that consistent engagement between public institutions and traditional authorities is vital to the success of major infrastructure projects.
He reiterated that northern Ghana has strong potential to serve as the country’s solar power generation hub, citing its abundant solar resources, high irradiation levels and strategic location.
He also expressed confidence in the leadership of the BPA Board, management and staff, acknowledging their efforts to expand Ghana’s renewable energy capacity and improve energy security.
The Board further paid a courtesy call on the Galgu Naa, who encouraged the Authority to make every effort to complete the Yendi Solar Power Project on schedule to deliver the expected benefits to Yendi and the country at large.
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