The Member of Parliament for Asene Akroso Manso in the Eastern Region, George Kwame Aboagye, has called for stricter penalties to curb the theft of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers at Ghana’s ports.
He believes that harsher consequences for businesses or individuals caught stealing or mishandling containers would serve as a deterrent and promote responsible conduct.
Speaking to MyNewsGh.com reporter Hajia Asana Gordon, Mr. Aboagye described the disappearance of ECG containers at the ports as a serious issue requiring immediate intervention and long-term structural reforms to prevent recurrence.
“A combination of better security, stronger internal controls, collaboration with law enforcement, and greater transparency can go a long way in addressing the root causes of the problem,” he stated.
He further urged Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin to ensure accountability if ongoing investigations uncover negligence, fraud, or criminal activity.
According to him, “Responsible parties, whether individuals within ECG, port officials, or businesses, should be held accountable.”
Mr. Aboagye also called for enhanced coordination between port authorities and law enforcement agencies to tackle the criminal elements behind the missing containers. He proposed the establishment of an ad hoc parliamentary committee to investigate the matter and make recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
“The disappearance of 1,328 ECG containers is a major regulatory and security concern. It signals a failure of the security departments and government agencies responsible for ensuring efficiency and accountability at the ports,” he observed.
To address the situation, he stressed the need for both immediate corrective measures and long-term strategies to strengthen oversight and security at Ghana’s ports.
