The Ghana Electrical Contractors Association (GECA) has thrown its weight behind the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament over its call for the prosecution of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) staff responsible for the GH¢180 million unapproved expenditure under the previous leadership.
GECA expressed deep concern over what it described as an act of indiscipline, noting that while ECG owed contractors for duly completed work, the company also failed to procure essential materials required to complete critical projects aimed at expanding access and improving network efficiency during the same period.
According to GECA, ECG’s actions have not only stalled progress in Ghana’s energy infrastructure but have also imposed undue hardship on contractors and professionals who have fulfilled their obligations in good faith.
“GECA fully supports the Committee’s recommendation that the Attorney-General prosecute those responsible for this gross mismanagement. Accountability is essential to restoring public trust, safeguarding contractor livelihoods, and ensuring that ECG can fulfill its mandate to deliver reliable and efficient electricity services,” the association said in a statement issued on Wednesday.
GECA further urged all relevant authorities to act swiftly and decisively, reaffirming its commitment to collaborate with stakeholders to uphold standards, protect the integrity of Ghana’s electrical sector, and ensure that justice is served.
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