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ECG Urges Customers to Engage Before Moving Meters as Sekondi–Takoradi Road Works Continue

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Western – 22 January 2026

As major road expansion works reshape parts of the Sekondi–Takoradi Metropolis, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) in the Western Region is appealing to customers to work closely with the Company before moving any electricity meters.

The project, while critical for improving transport and economic activity, is affecting a number of buildings and movable structures connected to ECG’s power network. Management says the situation calls for cooperation to protect customer property and maintain reliable service.

Speaking to the media, the General Manager of ECG in the Western Region, Ing. Emmanuel J. Ofori acknowledged the inconvenience the exercise may cause but stressed that electricity meters should not be transferred without informing the Company.

“We understand the challenges our customers are facing as a result of the road expansion. However, meters belong to ECG and must not be moved without our involvement. Engaging us early helps us support customers better and avoid future problems,” he explained.

The Regional Commercial Manager, Mr. Emmanuel Sam, shed light on why unauthorized meter transfers can create difficulties. He explained that each ECG meter is tied to a specific location through unique geographical codes and Service Point Numbers (SPNs), which ensure accurate billing and customer records.

“When a meter is moved without our knowledge, it becomes difficult to trace. This can lead to billing issues and unnecessary stress for customers,” Mr. Sam said.

He noted that ECG may permit movable structures to relocate with their meters in certain cases, but only after inspection, certification, and official approval.

To ease the burden on affected customers, ECG has set up a dedicated technical team to carefully remove meters in areas impacted by the road works and keep them safe. Customers have been assured that their meters will be reinstalled at their new locations once they are ready.

“Our priority is to safeguard our customers’ meters and ensure continuity of service. We want customers to feel supported throughout this process,” Mr. Sam added.

He cautioned that meters moved without ECG’s approval could be considered stolen and referred to law enforcement agencies. At the same time, he encouraged customers who may have already removed their meters on their own to return them to the nearest ECG office.

ECG, he said, is working closely with relevant authorities to ensure the evacuation process is well-coordinated and as smooth as possible for all affected communities.

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  1. AI Music Generator

    01/24/2026 at 1:22 am

    The call for cooperation makes a lot of sense given the scale of these roadworks. I imagine many customers might not realize the potential impact on their meters. Hopefully, this ensures that both the infrastructure and the services run smoothly during such a major development.

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ECG Managing Director Urges Newly Inducted Engineers to Embrace Ethics, Learning and Leadership

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08/27/2026

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Accra – 26th August 2026

Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ing Kwame Kpekpena, has urged newly inducted professional engineers to embrace continuous learning, ethical conduct and leadership as they advance their careers.

Addressing the 49th Induction Ceremony of the Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) in Accra, Ing Kpekpena said professional success was built through discipline, commitment, continuous learning and a willingness to take on challenging assignments.

Drawing on more than 35 years of professional experience, he encouraged the engineers to be dependable, understand the principles behind their work and treat every assignment as an opportunity to acquire new knowledge.

“Do not simply perform tasks. Understand why they are performed,” he advised, urging them to study standards, procedures and the theories underpinning engineering practice.

Ing Kpekpena also encouraged the engineers to broaden their knowledge beyond technical expertise by developing skills in leadership, communication, finance, strategy, negotiation and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.

He urged them to actively participate in professional institutions, including the GhIE and the Engineering Council, saying such platforms offered opportunities for networking, learning and leadership development.

The ECG Managing Director further advised the engineers to develop both specialisation and versatility, while preparing themselves for leadership responsibilities from the early stages of their careers.

He said engineers must also make their contributions visible by documenting their work, sharing ideas and volunteering for challenging assignments, rather than waiting for their capabilities to be discovered.

On professional conduct, he urged them to pursue their ambitions without undermining others and to uphold integrity even when doing the right thing was difficult or costly.

“Integrity is one of the few assets whose value increases with age,” he said.

Ing Kpekpena said the country’s development depended significantly on engineers who could combine technical competence with sound judgement, ethical leadership and a strong commitment to public service.

He, therefore, encouraged the new professionals to use their knowledge and skills to contribute to solving Ghana’s infrastructure, energy, industrial and technological challenges.

Ing Kpekpena congratulated the newly inducted engineers and reminded them that their induction marked the beginning of a new phase of professional responsibility and service.

He said Ghana needed engineers who were technically competent, ethically grounded, courageous in leadership and committed to national development.

Source: ghie.org.gh

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