Jasikan Municipality Residents Demand Urgent Telecom Infrastructure Upgrades to Fix Persistent Network Outages

Residents of Akaa and its surrounding communities in the Jasikan Municipality of the Oti Region have launched a passionate appeal to telecommunications service providers and government authorities to address the deteriorating state of network connectivity in the area. The persistent lack of reliable mobile service has reportedly reached a critical point, leaving thousands of citizens digitally isolated and unable to perform basic communication tasks necessary for daily life and economic activity. The situation has prompted local leaders to call for an immediate review of the telecommunications infrastructure serving these rural populations.

The Assembly Member for the Akaa Electoral Area, George Yeboah, has emerged as a leading voice for the frustrated residents, highlighting that the poor coverage spans across several key neighborhoods. Specific areas cited as being severely affected include Akaa Quarters, Akaa Dzokpokofe, Akaa Adzamasi, Akaa Bompa, Akaa Twingyina, Akaa Tankey, and Akaa Kyrikasa. According to Yeboah, the current state of the network makes it nearly impossible for residents to make phone calls or maintain consistent contact with family and business associates outside the municipality, which has created a sense of social and economic stagnation within these communities.

The affected residents are specifically calling on the nation’s major telecommunications giants, including MTN, Telecel, and AirtelTigo, to prioritize the expansion and strengthening of their infrastructure in the Oti Region. The demand centers on the installation of more robust signal towers and the upgrading of existing equipment to ensure that even the most remote quarters of the Jasikan Municipality can enjoy stable voice and data services. As Ghana continues its push toward a digital economy, the residents of Akaa argue that being left behind in the telecommunications sector is no longer an option and requires immediate intervention from both private operators and the National Communications Authority to ensure equitable access to essential services.