Yvonne Nelson Calls for Protest Over Power Crises
Yvonne Nelson slams Akufo-Addo for disregarding Ghanaians’ plight amid persistent power outages, accusing him of complacency. She advocates for a second vigil, building on the momentum of the 2015 #DumsorMustStop campaign, to demand action from the government and hold them accountable for the ongoing energy crisis.
Yvonne Nelson, a renowned actress and advocate, has issued a clarion call to IMANI Africa, a leading policy think tank, to mobilize a protest against the Akufo-Addo government’s inadequate response to the persistent power outages plaguing Ghana. This urgent appeal comes as Ghanaians face prolonged periods of darkness, with many demanding a load-shedding timetable from the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
Nelson, who spearheaded the 2015 #DumsorMustStop campaign, is once again rallying citizens to demand action from their leaders. She criticizes the government for taking Ghanaians for granted, neglecting their responsibilities, and failing to provide a reliable energy supply. The actress-turned-activist emphasizes that this neglect should no longer be tolerated, and it’s time for citizens to hold their leaders accountable.
IMANI Africa, with its reputation for championing citizen-led initiatives, is seen as a natural partner in this quest for change. Nelson acknowledges the organization’s instrumental role in the success of the 2015 protest, which brought together celebrities, citizens, and civil society groups to demand solutions to the power crisis. By joining forces once again, Nelson believes that Ghanaians can send a strong message to their leaders: that the status quo is unacceptable and that meaningful action is long overdue.
The 2015 vigil, which drew thousands of participants, highlighted the human impact of power cuts on daily life in Ghana. From households struggling to keep food fresh to businesses facing financial ruin, the effects of dumsor were stark and far-reaching. By reigniting the conversation and mobilizing citizens, Nelson and IMANI Africa aim to push the government to prioritize energy security and provide a sustainable solution to the power crisis.
As Ghanaians wait with bated breath for a resolution to this perennial problem, Nelson’s call to action serves as a timely reminder of the power of citizen-led movements. By standing together and demanding change, Ghanaians can reclaim their right to reliable energy and hold their leaders accountable for the promises they’ve made.
