Energy Committee chair dismisses Minority's claims over Energy Sector Levy

Chairman of Parliament’s Energy Committee, Mr Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, has defended the passage of the Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025, pushing back against claims by the Minority that they were not consulted during the legislative process.
Speaking to the media, Mr. Bedzrah clarified that Minority members were present during the committee’s deliberations and fully participated in discussions surrounding the bill before a majority decision was reached.
“At no point did the Minority stage a walkout or indicate they were being sidelined,” Mr Bedzrah stated.
“Their claims of exclusion are therefore inaccurate and unfounded.”
The bill's passage has sparked renewed debate over transparency and consensus-building in Parliament, particularly as the Minority has voiced strong opposition and questioned the process leading to the legislation's approval.
Despite the controversy, government officials are assuring the public that the amended levy will not impose a significant financial burden on citizens.
Instead, they say, the funds generated will be transparently managed and directed toward stabilising Ghana’s energy sector.
According to the Energy Committee, the levy is a strategic measure aimed at ensuring a stable electricity supply, making sound long-term economic decisions, and securing the country’s energy future.
The government has pledged to work closely with stakeholders and maintain accountability as implementation of the amended levy begins.
Source: Classfmonline.com
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