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ECG assures of power supply despite relocation of service poles to make way for Kumasi road project

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Ashanti West – 17th February,2025

 

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) from Tuesday, February 17,2026, started a relocation of electricity poles along the Santasi to Ahodwo corridor to allow for the construction of a dual carriage road, with outages limited to specific feeders to minimize disruption.

Speaking on Ghanakoma morning show on Akoma 87.9 FM in Kumasi with Sir John, on February 17,2026, the Ashanti West Regional Head of Public Relations, Benjamin Obeng Antwi, said the relocation exercise, being undertaken by Adusi Electrical Company, will start on February 17, 2026, and affect selected distribution lines, including the OBR, Fankyenebra and St Hubert feeders.

He stated that, the outages will be carried out sequentially rather than simultaneously across Greater Kumasi.

According to him, the company had deliberately adopted a phased approach to reduce the impact on customers.

He said, the company is not taking out power across the entire Greater Kumasi at once, adding that the exercise will be done one feeder after the other, starting with the OBR feeder, which mainly serves customers within the Nhyiaeso enclave.

Under the schedule issued by ECG, customers on the OBR feeder will experience outages from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm on Tuesday, February 17, Thursday, February 26, and Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Areas expected to be affected include Santasi Roundabout, Santasi Fidelity Bank, Ernest Chemist, Technical University College (TUC), parts of Nhyiaeso, Unity Oil, Dakodwom and surrounding communities.

He emphasized that the exercise was directly linked to preparations for the dualization of the Santasi to Ahodwo roundabout road and was necessary to ensure the safe diversion and relocation of ECG’s infrastructure.

He also cautioned the residents and businesses along the stretch who may be affected by evacuations or demolitions linked to the project not to tamper with electricity meters.

“Customers should not remove their meters and throw them away,” he said.

He explained that the meters belong to ECG, and the company needs the customer details to successfully capture them in the system when they relocate. He added that ECG will remove the meters by itself.

ECG is engaging the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) to ensure demolitions or evacuations do not proceed before meters are properly retrieved and documented.

The Santasi to Ahodwo road dualization project is being funded by the Japanese government through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) at a cost of about 17 million Euros. The dual carriageway is expected to be completed within 24 months after commencement and is projected to significantly ease traffic congestion along one of Kumasi’s busiest corridors.

The project officially began in late 2025 following prolonged delays in relocating temporary occupants, including car dealers, mechanics, taxi operators and squatters who had set up structures along the demarcated road corridor.

Phase one of the project has been awarded to Joshob Construction, a local firm, and covers earthworks, drainage systems and construction of the first carriageway. Engineers on site have indicated that the first phase is on schedule and expected to be completed within seven months.

Source: 3news.com

 

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ECG Central Region Connects with Stakeholders at Central EXPO 2026

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Central Region – 6th September 2026

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Central Region, used the 5th Anniversary Central EXPO 2026 as an opportunity to connect with customers, answer their questions and help them make better use of ECG’s services.

Held from August 31 to September 6, 2026, at the Adisadel College Park in Cape Coast, the exhibition brought together a diverse cross-section of customers and members of the public. The event was organised by the Ghana Tourism Authority under the theme, “Celebrating 5 Years of Advancing Trade, Promoting Tourism and Unlocking Opportunities.”

For Md. Tamara Asomani-Wiafe, General Manager Central Region, the exhibition was more than just an opportunity to showcase the Company’s services. It provided a chance to interact directly with customers and understand some of the concerns they face in accessing electricity services.

Visitors to the ECG stand received information and guidance on a range of issues, including meter acquisition, energy conservation, new service connections, billing concerns and the ECG Power App.

Particular attention was given to helping customers embrace ECG’s digital services. New customers were taken through the process of downloading, registering and navigating the ECG mobile app, with the team providing assistance at every step.

Customers were also encouraged to settle outstanding electricity bills. As an added incentive, branded souvenirs were presented to customers who successfully completed the app onboarding process.

The participation marked the first time ECG Central Region had taken part in the Central EXPO, giving the Region an opportunity to engage customers in a more informal and interactive setting.

The Ghana Tourism Authority commended the ECG Communication Team for its professional approach, as well as its efforts to educate and engage customers throughout the exhibition. The Authority encouraged the Region to continue participating in future editions of the EXPO.

The experience reinforced the value of meeting customers where they are, listening to their concerns and helping them find simple and convenient ways to access ECG’s services.

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