Several communities in Ghana’s Western Region have been plunged into darkness following a fault on the electricity distribution network caused by a broken high tension (HT) pole at Half Assini.
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) confirmed the incident on Monday, June 22, 2026, noting that the damage to the HT structure has disrupted power supply to multiple towns across the area.
Communities affected include Asemkrom, Jema, Boinso, Omanpe, Kwahu, Atokosue, Nkwanta, Enchi Township, Elubo, Nyankamam, Akontombra, New and Old Yakasi, Adjakaa, Achimfo, Abokyia, and surrounding areas.
ECG assured residents that technical teams have been deployed to the site to replace the damaged pole and restore electricity supply as quickly as possible.
The company also expressed regret over the inconvenience caused, urging affected customers to remain patient as engineers work to normalise the situation.
The Electricity Company of Ghana Electricity Company of Ghana said restoration works are ongoing and service will be reinstated once repairs are completed.
By: Bernard Mensah |Planbfmonline.com
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