Police have arrested a 24-year-old man in Accra. He is accused of illegally accessing the Electricity Company of Ghana's electronic systems.
The Ghana Police Service stated the suspect allegedly defrauded customers by selling them fake electricity credit.
This alleged fraud involved compromising the integrity of ECG's billing and credit system.
The suspect was taken into custody by the authorities.
Further investigations are expected to reveal the full extent of the alleged hacking and fraud.
This incident highlights concerns about cybersecurity within public utility services.
The Electricity Company of Ghana has not issued a public statement.
The suspect is awaiting further legal proceedings.