The recent arrest of some Chinese nationals has led to shocking revelations about the theft of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) cables. Speaking in Parliament, John Jinapor disclosed that the suspects have confessed to buying these cables as far back as 2019.
Jinapor, a Member of Parliament (MP), expressed his anger over the situation and made it clear that those responsible will be held accountable. He pointed out that the mismanagement at ECG, including excessive procurement beyond the approved budget, contributed to the mess. According to him, ECG was supposed to buy cables worth 1.3 billion, but instead, they procured cables worth 8 billion.
“They would be held liable, and I am writing to the Attorney General. Whoever was in charge at that time must justify why such a huge amount was spent unnecessarily,” he stated.
Jinapor also dismissed claims that some ECG containers were stolen only after the current government took office. He argued that the confessions from the arrested Chinese nationals prove that cable theft had been ongoing since 2019.
He further warned against attempts to politicize the issue, stressing that the law will deal with anyone involved, regardless of their political affiliation. “The law does not respect political parties. We will go after the culprits, prosecute them, and ensure justice is served,” he emphasized.
Jinapor’s strong stance indicates that this issue will not be swept under the carpet. The ECG cable theft scandal raises serious concerns about corruption and security lapses within the system. Many Ghanaians will now be waiting to see if those responsible, including top officials at ECG, will be held accountable.
As investigations continue, the government is expected to take firm action to prevent further financial losses and ensure that the power sector is protected from such illegal activities.
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