The Ghana Energy Commission has certified 233 electricians who sat for the November/December 2024 Electrical Wiring Certification Examination.
The certification ceremony was held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi.
The event marked the 22nd award ceremony under the Electrical Wiring Certification Program and was held under the theme: “Enhancing Electrical Safety and Compliance Through Technology.”
Among the top honorees was Oppong Gladys, who was awarded the Overall Best Female Candidate, while Alalu Arafat Yasir emerged as the Overall Best Candidate.
The 2024 examination saw the highest female participation to date, with over 100 women registering—an encouraging sign of growing gender inclusivity in the industry.
Since the program’s inception, more than 17,000 electricians have been certified. The Electrical Wiring Certification Program has equipped participants with the skills required to meet the evolving demands of the industry while promoting electrical safety to protect lives and property.
The initiative aligns with Ghana’s Electrical Wiring Regulations (L.I. 2008), which aim to enhance the competence of electricians and enforce the use of approved electrical materials.
The Energy Commission has embraced technology to modernize its regulatory framework and strengthen compliance efforts.
Delivering the keynote address, Ntelengi Bilenman, Customer Service Officer at the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo), emphasized the importance of proactive measures in preventing electrical hazards.
“Preventing electrical hazards before they occur through compliance and certification is key to protecting lives and properties,” he said.
He encouraged the new certificants to take full advantage of digital tools provided by the Commission, particularly the Installation Completion Certificate Mobile App (ICCApp). This mobile app replaces traditional paper-based documentation, allowing electricians to digitally capture and store installation data, while certified inspectors input inspection and testing results. The system then generates a unique token, making the certification process faster and fully paperless.
“With the tools at your disposal, including mobile applications like ICCApp, you have the power to create safer environments not just for today, but for generations to come. By embracing technology, you are not only enhancing safety but also paving the way for more sustainable and efficient electrical systems that will serve Ghana’s growing demand for electricity,” he advised the graduands.
He further reminded them that “compliance and safety are not just about following laws; they are about protecting those who trust us with their homes, businesses, and lives.”
Speaking to the media after the event, Fred Agyei-Brobbey, Senior Electrical Wiring Officer in Kumasi, highlighted the positive impact of the certification program. He noted that the training has contributed to a reduction in fire outbreaks across the country.
He added that the Commission continues to work closely with the Ghana Fire Service and the Ghana Police Service in public education campaigns aimed at raising awareness about electrical safety.
Mr. Agyei-Brobbey also encouraged uncertified electricians to enroll in the program to obtain the necessary license to operate legally in the country.
