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

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

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

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 any inconvenience caused to its valued customers and reiterated its commitment to promptly addressing the situation.