Richmond: Spokesperson of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Richmond Rockson, has expressed frustration over repeated theft and vandalism of streetlights meant to illuminate cities across the country. He made the disclosure in a post on X and sighted by GhanaWeb on August 18, 2026, describing the development as a major challenge undermining efforts to improve road illumination and public safety.
According to Ghana Web, Rockson's explanation was in reaction to a social media user who questioned relevant authorities on the state of city lighting as a means of safety to pedestrians and drivers. The user expressed concern, stating, "It really bothers me that human lives mean nothing to us. What will it take to fix streetlights on our roads?? It's frustrating oo smh." In response, Rockson sought to clarify the situation and outline how his department intends to resolve the issue.
He acknowledged the concern, emphasizing that despite the Ministry's continuous efforts in installing and rehabilitating streetlights, the theft of these components shortly after installation remains a significant hurdle. "The persistent theft and vandalism of streetlights and their components really undermine every effort to enhance visibility and improve public safety," Rockson reiterated.
Furthermore, Rockson highlighted that the government has launched a street lighting rehabilitation and installation project. He stated that the Ministry is actively collaborating with security services to address the thefts and protect the infrastructure. "We are working closely with the security services to address the theft and protect these infrastructure," he affirmed.