Energy Minister orders encroachers on GRIDCo land to vacate or face action
Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, has directed individuals and institutions encroaching on the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) Right of Way to vacate the protected areas or face enforcement action.
Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, has instructed individuals and organizations occupying the Ghana Grid Company Limited's (GRIDCo) Right of Way to vacate the designated areas or face legal consequences. This order followed an inspection of emergency restoration efforts on the recently damaged Tema–Achimota 161kV transmission line close to Ashaiman Middle East.
The incident, which transpired after a fuel tanker engaged in welding operations beneath the transmission line detonated, underscored the potentially lethal repercussions of unauthorized activities within protected transmission corridors. Jinapor emphasized the potential for catastrophic outcomes when such operations take place.
In response, he urged all parties encroaching upon GRIDCo's Right of Way to depart the premises without delay. He warned that non-compliance would result in enforcement actions coordinated with the security services and pertinent authorities, in accordance with the law. Jinapor referred to L.I. 542, as amended by L.I. 1737, which stipulates that no activity should be conducted within a 15-meter buffer zone on either side of 161kV transmission lines and a 20-meter safety margin for 330kV lines.
He emphasized the importance of adhering to these regulations to safeguard lives, property, and the stability of Ghana's electricity supply.
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