ECG Revenue Collection Hits GHC1.6 Billion in First Half of 2025 — Energy Minister Hails Progress
John Jinapor Calls Improvement “Remarkable” Despite Falling Short of GHC2.5 Billion Target
Edem Latsu Nukafu 
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has revealed a significant boost in the revenue collection performance of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), with the company raking in GHC1.6 billion in the first half of 2025, compared to GHC2.5 billion projected for the period.
Addressing Parliament on Wednesday, July 2, Jinapor described the figure as a "remarkable improvement", especially when compared to ECG’s performance over the same period in 2024.
“At the end of June 2025, ECG was able to raise about GHC1.6 billion, which shows clear progress. Though the target is GHC2.5 billion, the growth from last year is impressive,” the Minister noted.
■ Year-on-Year Growth Signals Better Collection Systems
The improved collection rate is being interpreted as a result of enhanced monitoring systems, digital payment structures, and intensified disconnection campaigns targeted at defaulters. According to Jinapor, the government sees this trend as an encouraging sign that revenue mobilisation within the energy sector is on the right path.
■ Crackdown on Illegal Meter Installation Looms
In addition to highlighting ECG’s gains, the Minister announced that the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition will soon lay a legislative instrument before Parliament aimed at introducing tougher penalties for illegal electricity meter installations.
“We’ve had instances where people have been arrested and prosecuted, but the sanctions haven’t been strong enough to discourage others. That must change,” Jinapor said.
The new legislative proposal is expected to increase the severity of punishments for individuals who unlawfully install or manipulate power meters, a practice that continues to undermine ECG’s revenue collection efforts and put pressure on the national grid.
■ Toward Greater Efficiency and Accountability
The Minister reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring transparency and efficiency in Ghana’s power sector, stating that improved collections and better regulatory enforcement will support ongoing reforms under the government’s green transition agenda.
Jinapor emphasized that while ECG still has a long way to go to meet its full revenue targets, the current momentum offers a foundation for greater financial stability in the energy sector, especially as Ghana transitions toward sustainable and inclusive energy solutions.
