The mystery surrounding the missing Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers has deepened as more of them have been discovered at the Atlas Dry Port. In a shocking revelation, Chief Superintendent Osman Alhassan, Director of Investigations at the National Security Council, has confirmed that several of these containers show clear signs of tampering, raising serious concerns about a possible large-scale theft operation.
This latest discovery has intensified calls for accountability, with the public and industry stakeholders demanding urgent answers.
The disappearance of ECG containers, which contain critical electrical equipment meant for national power distribution, first came to light when multiple units vanished from Tema Port under suspicious circumstances. Investigations led authorities to the Atlas Dry Port, where additional missing containers were uncovered.
However, what has alarmed investigators the most is the state of these containers—many appear to have been forcibly opened and tampered with, suggesting an attempt to conceal evidence or pilfer valuable contents.
Chief Supt. Osman Alhassan Speaks Out
According to Chief Supt. Osman Alhassan, the newly found containers exhibit clear signs of interference that point to unauthorized access.
“Our team has inspected several of the recovered containers, and we can confirm that seals have been broken, and some show visible attempts to disguise tampering. We are working closely with ECG officials to determine the extent of the theft or damage,” he stated.
The security expert further hinted that internal collusion could be at play, as the disappearance and movement of such large shipments would be nearly impossible without insider involvement.
What the Containers Should Look Like vs. Signs of Tampering
ECG’s standard protocol requires containers carrying sensitive equipment to be sealed, tagged, and monitored until they reach their final destination. These security measures ensure that:
The seals remain intact—broken or missing seals suggest unauthorized entry.
Container doors are undamaged—scratches, forced entry marks, or welds could indicate tampering.
Tracking records match the container’s movement—if records have been altered, it could suggest a cover-up.
Authorities believe that many of these standard security features were compromised, further strengthening suspicions of foul play.
The discovery of more missing ECG containers has ignited public outrage, with Ghanaians questioning how such a large quantity of critical national assets could go unaccounted for.
Energy sector analysts warn that if crucial electrical equipment has been stolen or damaged, it could delay national projects and impact power supply infrastructure.
The National Security Council, in collaboration with ECG and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), has ramped up investigations. Several individuals, including port officials and logistics operators, are being questioned, and more arrests could follow.
With growing evidence of tampering, the pressure is now on authorities to unravel the full scope of the ECG container mystery and hold those responsible accountable.
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