ECG CUTS POWER TO WEIJA WATER TREATMENT PLANT OVER GH¢1 BILLION DEBT
National Water Supply at Risk as Disconnection Wave Hits State Institutions
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has taken drastic action against Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), disconnecting power to the critical Weija treatment plant on Tuesday over a staggering GH¢999.6 million debt. The move threatens water supply to millions of Ghanaians and marks an escalation in ECG’s aggressive revenue recovery campaign.
The disconnection took place on Tuesday, June 17, as ECG’s task force intensified efforts to retrieve debts owed by state institutions and private entities.
Officials of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) say the disconnection exercise targeting indebted state institutions is part of a broader initiative to tackle persistent non-payment and improve the financial stability of the power sector.
Shortly after visiting Ghana Water Limited, the ECG task force proceeded to the premises of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), which was disconnected over an outstanding debt of GH₵3,153,484.98.
According to ECG, GBC failed to comply with a structured payment plan previously agreed upon, necessitating the disconnection.
Meanwhile, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to GWL to settle its outstanding debt or risk an extended disconnection of power supply to its main pumping stations, which are crucial for nationwide water distribution.
Source:NKONKONSA.com
