Samuel Dubik Mahama, the Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), has officially resigned, citing personal reasons for his decision. In his resignation letter, Mahama expressed gratitude to the Board and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for the opportunity to serve the esteemed organization.
Mahama’s departure comes as a surprise to many in Ghana’s energy sector, having served only two years of his tenure. He was appointed on May 16, 2022, and his resignation takes effect two weeks from the date of the letter.
During his tenure, Mahama led several key initiatives aimed at improving service delivery and reducing losses. However, his time at ECG was also marked by challenges such as power outages, revenue shortfalls, and inefficiencies in the national grid system.
Industry experts speculate that these operational challenges and increasing public pressure may have contributed to Mahama’s resignation. The reasons behind his decision remain unclear, as sources within ECG and government circles have chosen not to comment.
Mahama’s experience in the private and public sectors will be missed, having served as a non-executive director at ECG, GIHOC Distilleries, and other organizations. His professional background includes roles at Gulfsouth Forest Products, Dubik & Associates, and Wilkins Engineering.
As a legal practitioner and University of Ghana graduate, Mahama brought valuable expertise to ECG. His resignation leaves a leadership gap at a critical time for the company.
The search for Mahama’s replacement is underway, with stakeholders eager to see who will lead ECG through its current challenges. The new leadership will face the daunting task of restoring public confidence, addressing internal challenges, and ensuring consistent power supply.
ECG’s ability to stabilize and improve power distribution across Ghana hangs in the balance. The company’s future direction will depend on the vision and leadership of its next Managing Director.
Mahama’s resignation has sparked interest in the energy sector, with many watching to see how ECG will navigate this transition. The company’s response to these challenges will be crucial in maintaining public trust.
