The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has warned of increasing cases of cable theft across the country, urging the public to remain vigilant and support efforts to protect critical power infrastructure.
The caution was issued by Fred Kwabena Bediako, General Manager for Special Projects at ECG, during a management tour of the Ashanti Region on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
According to him, the persistent theft of electrical cables continues to disrupt power supply, damage equipment, and impose significant financial burdens on the company.
He noted that the illegal activity not only affects ECG’s operations but also disrupts economic activities and daily life in affected communities.
“We are deeply concerned about the increasing cases of cable theft. These criminal acts lead to frequent power outages and compromise the quality of service we provide to our customers,” he said.
Ing. Bediako appealed to residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activities around electrical installations to the appropriate authorities, stressing that community cooperation is key to addressing the challenge.
The ECG management team is currently touring parts of the Ashanti Region to assess ongoing projects, engage stakeholders, and strengthen measures to improve service delivery.
He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to safeguarding its infrastructure and called for stronger collaboration between ECG, security agencies, and the public to curb the growing menace.
The ECG says it is continuing to invest in infrastructure and monitoring systems to reduce vulnerabilities but maintains that public support is critical in the fight against cable theft.
