The Bekwai District Manager of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Engineer Kingsley Acquah, has issued a stern warning to members of the public to immediately stop engaging unqualified individuals, referred to as unapproved electricians, for illegal electricity connections and meter tampering.
According to him, such unlawful practices not only pose serious safety threats to individuals and communities but also result in huge revenue losses to the state. He cautioned that anyone found guilty of electricity theft or using unauthorized technicians would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with Ghanaian law.
Engineer Acquah gave this strong warning when ECG’s Kumasi-based workers’ group, ECG Parliament House, embarked on a health walk dubbed “Walk for Health for the Job”—an initiative aimed at promoting staff fitness, team bonding, and workplace morale. The walk brought together ECG staff from various divisions who trekked through parts of Kumasi, raising public awareness of ECG’s commitment to professionalism and service excellence.
In his remarks, Engineer Acquah took the opportunity to educate the public on the appropriate procedures for accessing ECG services. He stressed that all legitimate services—including meter acquisition, reconnections, and resolving electrical faults—must be done through official ECG offices and not through politicians or middlemen.
“If your light goes off, don’t go and look for an unapproved electrician. Come to our ECG offices. If you need a meter, follow the proper process. Stop using political influence or shortcuts. All these practices are illegal, and anyone caught will face the consequences,” he firmly warned.
He further explained that ECG is actively working to make its services more accessible and transparent and urged customers to report any suspicious or illegal power connections in their communities to help protect the national grid and public safety.
Engineer Acquah also announced that the ECG Parliament House health walk will now be held monthly to encourage physical well-being among ECG staff. He called on employees to take their health seriously by undertaking regular medical checkups for early detection and treatment of diseases.
Some participants also share the safety concerns, particularly regarding the national Green Ghana Project. He warned against planting trees directly beneath or too close to ECG poles and power lines, pointing out that tall-growing trees can make contact with live electrical wires and create dangerous situations.
“Trees conduct electricity. If they touch our wires, it can cause power outages, electric shocks, or fires. We are urging the Forestry Commission and all relevant authorities to consult ECG engineers during tree planting activities to ensure safety,” he advised.
Meanwhile, members of ECG Parliament House who participated in the walk expressed satisfaction with the initiative and encouraged colleagues across the region to join future walks.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com
