Nhyiaeso Chief assures support to end encroachment on utility corridors in Kumasi
Traditional authorities of Nhyiaeso, a suburb of Kumasi, have pledged support to the Electricity Company of Ghana to protect lands serving as utility corridors in the area.
Nhyiaeso chief Nana Osei Yaw Frimpong II confirmed his commitment to help the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) tackle encroachment on utility corridors in Kumasi. During a visit to the company's management on Wednesday, Frimpong II pledged support in enforcing right-of-way laws within his jurisdiction. The chief urged ECG workers to report any instances of encroachment or unauthorized sales near power lines and transformers.
This assistance comes as utility companies face challenges from heavy encroachment on lands designated for electricity infrastructure construction. During the visit, Frimpong II also praised ECG for its improved service delivery in areas such as Ahodwo, Adum, Darkodwom, Danyame, Ridge, KATH, Ridge Condos, and surrounding regions.
He emphasized that traditional authorities must support ECG to maintain power stability, which is crucial for businesses and the economy. General Manager Ing. George Amoah of ECG Ashanti West Region welcomed the chief's assurance and pledged further collaboration to address the encroachment issue. Amoah highlighted the growing load in the Ridge, Danyame, Ahodwo, and Adum Central Business District, noting that ECG has upgraded transformers at the Ridge Bulk Supply Point and GRIDCo is upgrading theirs.
The company is also installing two new 500 kVA transformers in the Adum Central Business District to meet the rising demand for electricity. ECG warns against illegal connections and power theft, stressing the importance of these resources for improving power supply in the region.
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