A Private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has urged for rapid changes and the recruitment of selfless leaders to govern the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

On Saturday, January 11, 2024, Mr. Kpebu addressed Alfred Ocansey on TV3's the Keypoints about the continued inefficiencies in the electricity distribution industry.

He underlined the necessity of transparent and independent leadership to address the enduring issues.

He voiced reservations about the awarding of contracts, including the contentious HUBTEL contract, implying that economic reasons overshadowed sincere attempts to advance the industry.

“We’ve had situations where decisions were made, not for the benefit of the people, but to enrich a few. These contracts have led to inefficiencies and left the industry worse off,” he stated.

Mr. Kpebu suggested opening up the ECG management appointment process to guarantee the choice of competent, altruistic, and trustworthy leaders. "We require a separate procedure to choose the ECG's leadership.

Let's choose the most capable and trustworthy Ghanaian, someone who can manage it without giving preference to friends, family, or personal interests. "There's no other option," he continued.

Speaking about privatization, Mr. Kpebu advised against hastening to sell ECG without having adequate discussions and weighing the available options. "We must carefully consider the repercussions of privatization, even though many people support it.

The question is not only who runs ECG, but also if their motivations are altruism and the common good, he stated. He urged people to keep talking about reforms, stressing that these talks might eventually result in change.

"Let's continue discussing. These discussions might not produce results right now, but if we keep going, we might be able to make the improvements we desire in eight years," he said.

In order to revitalize ECG and guarantee effective electricity distribution in Ghana, Mr. Kpebu's comments underscore the necessity of audacious reforms, open leadership, and a dedication to the public good.