In an exclusive GhanaTonight interview, former ECG Managing Director Samuel Dubik Mahama fiercely refutes allegations surrounding the 1,300+ missing Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers at Tema Port.

“The containers are not missing; they were merely misplaced,” Mahama insists, accusing key institutions of procedural failures while questioning the legitimacy of the investigative committee’s findings.

Key Takeaways From the Interview:

The “Missing” Containers Debate: Mahama denies theft allegations, attributing the issue to logistical mishandling.

Government’s Involvement: He challenges the Minister’s claims, citing lack of due diligence.

Auctioning by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA): Were ECG assets wrongfully sold? Mahama demands answers.

Internal ECG Processes: What really happened under his leadership?

Call for Forensic Investigation: Mahama urges a comprehensive probe to ensure full transparency.

Mahama’s Message to Ghanaians:

"Let’s all assist the Minister in locating these containers. ECG’s credibility and my reputation are at stake."

Breaking Down the ECG Scandal: What You Need to Know

The controversy erupted following claims that over 1,300 ECG containers had vanished from Tema Port. The alleged disappearance raised serious concerns about accountability, procurement processes, and potential corruption.

However, Mahama strongly disputes these allegations, insisting the situation was misrepresented to the public. He argues that:

ECG’s inventory records do not support claims of “missing” containers.

Investigators failed to hear his side of the story before making their report.

Some containers were auctioned off by GRA—raising critical legal and procedural questions.

Did the Government Rush to Judgment?

Mahama claims the committee investigating the issue was biased and that key decision-makers ignored due process.

"A proper forensic audit will reveal the truth," he asserts, adding that the case highlights deeper systemic issues within ECG and Ghana’s state-owned enterprises.

What Happens Next?

Calls grow for an independent forensic investigation to determine whether ECG’s missing assets were lost due to negligence, corruption, or mismanagement.

The Ghanaian public demands full transparency from ECG, GRA, and government agencies.

Legal analysts say this case could set a major precedent for accountability in Ghana’s energy sector.