Dateline: Twifo Praso: A tragic incident occurred at Twifo Praso on Monday, May 12, 2025, when one Mr. Samuel Kwame Afezei, likely in his 50s, lost his life after being electrocuted while working on the third floor of a building.

According to Ghana News Agency, the building is located near a high-tension power line and an Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) transformer in Twifo Praso Zongo in the Twifo Atti Morkwa District of the Central Region. The incident has sparked anger among residents who had previously raised concerns over the dangers posed by the construction without any response.

Mr. Richmond Banny, Assembly Member for the Zongo-Anogyan electoral area, stated that concerns about the safety of the construction site had been raised long before the tragic event. He had alerted the ECG management and the district engineer about the potential dangers posed by the building's proximity to high-voltage wires and equipment. Unfortunately, despite his warnings, construction continued.

Mr. Banny mentioned that the situation was exacerbated by political interferences, as the store owner was allegedly connected to the ruling party. This alleged political influence led to no action being taken by the authorities to prevent such tragic occurrences.

The incident has instigated fear among tenants occupying the first and second floors of the building. Considering the tragedy, Mr. Banny has called on the Twifo Atti Morkwa District Chief Executive to intervene and implement necessary measures to prevent similar incidents in the future, ensuring the safety of residents and workers alike.