Today marks the second edition of the Dumsor Must Stop protest, led by Yvonne Nelson.
However, it appears that the level of enthusiasm seen in the first edition, which was a resounding success in 2015, is noticeably absent this time around.
Nevertheless, Yvonne Nelson, the frontrunner of the movement, has expressed her determination on X, stating that even if only a few people show up for the protest, the goal remains the same – to hold the government accountable and put an end to the notorious frequent power outages, commonly known as Dumsor.
The actress and House of Gold producer said despite feeling unwell for some time, she is ready to march and demonstrate her frustration with the Nana Akufo-Addo-led government, which she believes is characterized by arrogance and pride.
She posted; “My Health hasn’t been 100%,but i will still walk from legon down to tetteh quarshie in protest of a better GH for my kids and their kids.Even if it’s just me,5 of us,20 or a 1000.I will still walk.We don’t deserve bad governance coupled with lies and arrogance.#dumsormuststop”
The first Dumsor Must Stop took place on Saturday, May 16, 2015, at the University of Ghana overhead Bridge in Accra.
The event was aimed to shed light on the energy crisis, commonly referred to as dumsor and drew a significant crowd.
Participants, including celebrities and their supporters, marched peacefully from the Legon overhead bridge, carrying candles, torchlights, placards, fridges, and lanterns to voice their concerns.
Over 1,000 attendees used placards and other items to convey their messages to the President, urging immediate action to resolve the power crisis.
Many dressed in black and red attire highlighted the adverse effects of dumsor such as job losses and fatalities due to generator usage.
Notable figures like Yvonne Nelson, Van Vicker, Prince David Osei, Wanlov Kubolor, Efya, DKB, Barima Sidney, Afia Schwarzenegger, and D-Black were instrumental in the success of the vigil.
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