The General Manager for External Communications at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Dr Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, has cautioned the public against transferring electricity meters from one location to another.
According to him, meter transfers are only permitted for movable structures like containers and kiosks within the same district.
Speaking in an interview with Citi News, Dr Ayiku stated that such transfers must be carried out only by ECG-authorised personnel, and only after formal permission has been sought and granted.
He said; “We don’t allow the transfer of meters from one location to another. Meter transfers are only permitted for movable structures or properties, such as containers and kiosks, and even then, only within the same district. Even with movable structures, you must seek formal permission from ECG.”
“Such transfers can only be carried out by ECG-authorised personnel upon an official request. However, when it comes to immovable structures, meter transfers are strictly prohibited,” the General Manager for External Communications at ECG added.
Dr Ayiku further stated that unapproved transfers of ECG meters can interfere with billing accuracy and disrupt service delivery.
He said it may lead to legal consequences in some instances, hence, urging the public to desist from such acts.
Meanwhile, ECG is intensifying its public awareness campaign about the dangers of unauthorised meter transfers and its repercussions to them.
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