Concerned Citizens of Yendi threaten demonstration over power outages

The Concerned Citizens of Yendi have issued an ultimatum to the government, threatening a mass demonstration if stable electricity is not restored to Yendi and the Eastern Corridor by November 13, 2026. The group expressed deep frustration over persistent power supply issues, which they claim have significantly disrupted daily life and local economic activities. This move follows months of erratic service that residents say has become unbearable for the community.

The group reports that the Eastern Corridor currently experiences an average of five power outages daily. They attribute these frequent disruptions to outdated infrastructure and incomplete technical work by the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo). According to the group, the current equipment is failing to meet the area's energy demands, resulting in a volatile supply that frequently damages household appliances and hampers the operations of small businesses.

In an appeal for immediate intervention, the group called on the Minister for Energy to oversee the necessary technical upgrades to stabilize the local grid. They are also seeking parliamentary engagement to ensure that the energy challenges in the Eastern Corridor receive a permanent solution rather than temporary patches. While the group expressed hope for a peaceful resolution through government action, they emphasized their readiness to proceed with the demonstration if their deadline is not met.

The situation in Yendi underscores broader infrastructure challenges within the Eastern Corridor, a key transit and economic zone. As the November 13 deadline draws near, the residents' demand for reliable power highlights the growing pressure on state agencies to address utility deficits in secondary cities. The resolution of this standoff now rests on the responsiveness of the Ministry of Energy and GRIDCo to the technical demands raised by the community.