Ablakwa said in a statement posted on X that the agreement followed discussions between Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama and Russian President Vladimir Putin during the third Russia-Africa Summit.
The nuclear energy initiative forms part of broader efforts to expand economic and strategic cooperation between Accra and Moscow.
The announcement came a day after Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom confirmed that it was holding discussions with four African countries, including Ghana, on developing large-scale nuclear power projects.
Ghana has been exploring nuclear energy as part of its strategy to secure reliable electricity supplies and accelerate industrialization.
Beyond energy cooperation, the two countries agreed to deepen defense relations through a new arrangement covering equipment and other assets for Ghana’s military.
Ablakwa also said Putin had prohibited the recruitment of Ghanaian nationals for participation in Russia’s war in Ukraine, including through irregular recruitment channels or voluntary enlistment.
The commitment addresses concerns over the involvement of foreign nationals in the conflict.
The two governments also agreed to expand cooperation in agriculture, with Russia expected to provide support for Ghana’s agricultural sector.
Additional agreements include increasing the number of scholarships available to Ghanaian students seeking higher education opportunities in Russia.
The Russia-Africa Summit, first held in 2019, is part of Moscow’s efforts to strengthen economic and diplomatic relations with African countries, particularly through cooperation in energy, security and infrastructure.
The proposed nuclear project represents a significant element of Ghana’s long-term energy development plans, although details regarding financing, construction schedules and implementation arrangements have not yet been announced.
