Story by, Nsor Paul Mensah
Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, has pledged to give the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission the autonomy to demonstrate its full potential. After a familiarization visit to the commission yesterday 13 February 2025, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed expressed his excitement about the potential of the institution to help address Ghana's economic challenges.
"I am thrilled by what I have seen today," Mohammed said. "The potential is huge, and we just need to work together to achieve our goals." He emphasized the importance of interlinkages between agencies and ministries, stating that "there are a lot of things we can do together."
Mohammed also highlighted the need to reduce Ghana's dependence on imports, citing the example of rice and poultry products. "We spend over $3 billion annually on imports, but we have the capacity to produce these products locally," he said.
The minister also expressed his commitment to supporting the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, particularly in the areas of agriculture, water production, and health. He instructed the commission to present a paper outlining its needs and plans, which he would submit to the President for discussion at the cabinet level.
Mohammed's visit to the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission is part of his efforts to familiarize himself with the institutions under his ministry. As the minister responsible for the environment, science, and technology, Mohammed is committed to promoting sustainable development and reducing Ghana's dependence on imports.