The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced plans to roll out a dedicated 24-hour task force aimed at tackling the growing menace of illegal electricity connections across the country.
According to the power distribution company, the initiative forms part of a broader strategy to clamp down on power theft, protect revenue, and ensure stable electricity supply to lawful consumers. The task force will operate around the clock, conducting routine inspections, surprise monitoring exercises, and targeted operations in areas identified as hotspots for illegal connections.
ECG officials say the move has become necessary due to the increasing number of unauthorized connections, meter bypassing, and other forms of power theft that continue to undermine the company’s operations. The practice, they noted, not only leads to significant financial losses but also poses serious safety risks, including fire outbreaks and electrocution.
The company emphasized that individuals found engaging in illegal connections will face strict sanctions, including disconnection, surcharges, and possible prosecution in accordance with the law. ECG is also urging the public to report suspicious activities to help curb the practice.
Management further assured customers that the task force will operate professionally and within the confines of the law, stressing that the goal is not to intimidate consumers but to promote fairness and accountability in power distribution.
The 24-hour enforcement exercise is expected to complement ongoing revenue mobilization and system improvement efforts, as ECG works to enhance efficiency and service delivery nationwide.
