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ECG to replace and upgrade transformers in parts of Accra
The Electricity Company of Ghana has announced plans to begin a major transformer replacement and upgrade exercise in parts of Accra to improve electricity supply.
The company explained that the exercise follows approval by the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, and forms part of efforts to enhance the reliability and stability of power across the country.
In a press release issued on March 27, ECG noted that the project will start with the replacement and upgrade of 12 transformers across six primary substations in Adenta, La, Teshie Nungua, Nmai Dzor, Baatsonaa and Lashibi.
It indicated that the transformers will be upgraded from 20 by 26 MVA to 30 by 39 MVA, which will improve their capacity to handle electricity load and reduce system overloads in the affected communities.
The statement added that the first phase of the exercise will begin on April 8 and end on April 10, 2026.
ECG cautioned that there will be brief planned power outages in the affected areas to ensure the safety of personnel and the successful completion of the work.
It further explained that a detailed schedule showing the outage periods and affected communities will be released through its official communication channels.
The company assured customers that it will work to minimise the impact of the outages and advised residents and businesses to make the necessary arrangements.
ECG, through its Acting Director of Communications, Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, expressed appreciation to the public for their patience and cooperation as the upgrade works are carried out.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Mahama has arrived in Moscow, Russia, from Ethiopia to participate in the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit.
The summit is being hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
During the visit, President Mahama will join fellow African leaders at the Economic and Humanitarian Forum and summit plenary sessions.
He is also scheduled to hold high-level bilateral talks with President Putin and attend a Kente exhibition organised by the Russia-Ghana Parliamentary Forum.
As part of the visit, the President will receive honorary doctorate degrees from the Russian University of Transport and the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia.
He will also engage Russian businesses and state institutions to advance bilateral cooperation between Ghana and Russia.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Greater Accra Regional Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Moses Abor, has met with the Bono Regional Chairman of the party, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, to address concerns arising from recent social media developments.
In a statement shared , Mr. Abor said he yesterday visited Chairman Baffoe over comments he made on his show, which had raised concern among some party activists.
According to him, he also engaged Charles Opoku Presidoo and ironed out grievances he had earlier held regarding the matter.
Mr. Abor said he was pleased that in the spirit of unity and the party’s shared commitment to return to power in 2028, they had a constructive conversation and addressed the concerns amicably.
“With the matter now resolved, I encourage all Party activists to let the matter rest and redirect our energy toward holding the NDC accountable for its failures and misleading claims,” he said.
He urged party members to continue making the case to Ghanaians on why Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is the right person to lead the country in 2028.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
