Several communities in the Ashanti Region are experiencing power outages due to an act of vandalism targeting the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

Unknown individuals tampered with high-tension towers, causing at least eight of them to collapse and disrupt power supply in the affected areas.

The affected high-tension line, which runs from Anwomaso BSP to Akyawkrom Substation in Ejisu, has affected communities such as Bekwai, Awiankwanta, Kumawu, Antoakrom, Manso Nkwanta, Jacobu Samfo-Aduam, Ejisu, Onwe, Besease, Asotwe, Abankro, Baworo, and surrounding areas.

In a statement on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, ECG assured affected customers that their engineers are working diligently to resolve the issue and restore power supply.

The company extended sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused to its valued customers and emphasized its commitment to promptly resolving the situation.