Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammi Awuku, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to urgently resolve Ghana’s ongoing power outages, warning that the unstable electricity supply could derail students preparing for major national examinations.
In a statement released on April 27, 2026, Mr. Awuku described the recurring blackouts as a “worrying” development, particularly at a time when candidates are preparing for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
“Students should be fully focused on revision and preparation, but the unstable power supply is making that very difficult,” he said, noting that WASSCE practical exams began on April 21, while BECE exams are set to start on May 4.
According to Mr. Awuku, intermittent electricity disrupts study routines and affects students’ mental readiness, creating unnecessary anxiety during a critical period in their academic journey. Parents, too, are feeling the strain, while some students have already become discouraged.
“The truth is, WAEC will not consider whether there was light to study or not—the exams will go on regardless,” he emphasized.
He further warned that the power crisis is affecting not only students but also businesses, entrepreneurs, and small-scale operators, highlighting the broader economic impact of persistent outages.
“This is a once-in-a-year moment for our students, and they deserve stability as they prepare for and sit their exams without added stress,” Mr. Awuku said, urging the government and Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to take immediate action.
He concluded by appealing to President Mahama not to overlook the needs of the nation’s youth, emphasizing that “their future really matters.”
