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Do not use sub standard cables – Electrical Contractors Association
Use quality cables
The President of Ghana Electrical Contractors Association, Awal Sakib Muhammed has cautioned the public to be extra vigilant when purchasing electrical cables for wiring and other purposes.
In an interview with The Spectator, he said there were several counterfeit and low quality cables on the market.
He noted that, while some sellers sold the inferior products to unsuspecting members of the public, buyers rather opted for the fake goods because they considered them easily affordable.
Mr. Muhammed said such cables could cause over-heating, electrocution, or result in catching fire or causing damage to appliances.
He said consumers ought to make their safety a priority by rejecting cables which did not meet critical safety requirements.
He explained that, some manufacturers deliberately reduced the required quantity of raw materials or added more than necessary during production just to make more profits damn the consequences .
“The Ghana Electrical Contractors Association is ready and willing to assist persons who need our guidance to buy from recognised shops” he said.
He advised that no matter how big the size of a building was or little the job to be done, it was important to insist on standard products.
The President of the Association said buyers should insist on getting value for their money and also cherish their lives to prevent needless deaths.
He said it was worth saying that only Certified electricians or engineers should be contracted to do jobs because getting a person who was not a recognised professional to do so equally compromised safety and standards.
“A certified person could tell a good cable from a bad one and advise you accordingly unlike an unprofessional who would go with anything “ he said.
Meanwhile, the Director of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) Limited Training Centre, Engineer Aheng Owusu-Afriyie in an interview also highlighted the need to employ the services of persons who upheld standards.
He said the use of quality materials also ensured the safety of the contractors as well so it was important for the public to collaborate with the contractors to ensure that there was adherence to safety requirements.
From Dzifa Tetteh Tay, Tema.
Accra’s creative industry is preparing for one of the most ambitious film projects in recent Ghanaian cinema as award winning filmmaker Big Ghun and acclaimed media personality and producer Doreen Avio officially open auditions for their upcoming feature film, Scarlett Unveiled.
The highly anticipated auditions will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at MCB Studios, Lapaz Tabora, with actors of all ages invited to participate.
Presented by PB Studios Africa, Scarlett Unveiled is a bold and emotionally charged Ghanaian creative project.
The project is expected to resonate strongly with young audiences in Ghana and across the diaspora..
The production is being developed in collaboration with the Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana, which is supporting the project’s executive launch.
Renowned textile brand Woodin has also come on board as the official clothing partner, while MCB Studios is serving as a support partner for the audition process.
According to Big Ghun, known for directing internationally recognized projects such as Koro (One), Leaked, and Vibes the Movie, Scarlett Unveiled is designed to become a landmark cultural production that will travel from cinema screens to schools and global platforms.
Producer Doreen Avio, one of Ghana’s most respected media personalities and event hosts, says the project aims to discover both established and emerging actors who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
She added that “This is more than an audition,” the producers say. “It is an opportunity for talented individuals to become part of a one of a kind Ghanaian story with the potential to inspire audiences around the world.”
Interested participants are encouraged to come with a passport sized photograph and be prepared to showcase their talent and confidence before the casting team.
With an award winning creative team, respected institutional partners, and a story rooted in truth and transformation, Scarlett Unveiled is shaping up to be one of Ghana’s most significant cinematic undertakings in the coming year.
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
By: Jacob Aggrey
