The ECG cables found in Kumasi
Security operatives have uncovered large quantities of electrical cables, meters, and other valuable items suspected to belong to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) at separate locations in Takoradi and Kumasi.
The discoveries were made during coordinated operations on Monday, April 7, 2025, by the Western and Ashanti Regional Security teams, following tip-offs.
Takoradi
In Takoradi, officials from the Western Regional Office of National Security found ECG items stashed in two locations — an uncompleted building and a private residence at Kansaworodo.
The items included 46 cable drums, meter boxes, electrical switches, iron angle bars, and other essential materials.
Hashim Torkonu, a National Security operative who led the operation, said the seizure raised suspicion, especially because one of the individuals picked up, Evans Lartey, claimed to be a certified ECG contractor and meter supplier.
However, Torkonu noted discrepancies between Lartey’s account and the items discovered.
“We are particularly concerned about how the materials ended up in his private residence, and the list he provided does not match what was found,” he stated.
He also revealed that nobody has claimed ownership of the materials found in the uncompleted building, and residents nearby claimed ignorance.
Kumasi
Meanwhile, in Kumasi, another cache of ECG cables — 125 bundles in total — was discovered in an uncompleted building at Kotei.
The operation was led by Ashanti Regional Security Coordinator, Capt. (Rtd) John Jabari, in collaboration with other security agencies.
Though officials suspect the cables could be part of the missing ECG stock that has been making headlines in recent weeks, it was yet to be confirmed at the time of reporting.
No arrests had been made in the Kumasi case as of Monday evening.
Authorities said investigations are ongoing to determine the source and legitimacy of the discovered items and whether they are connected to the reported ECG losses at the ports.
By Emmanuel Opoku & I.F. Joe Awuah Jr., Takoradi & Kumasi