Reports shared on X suggest that three people have died in tragic circumstances linked to a power outage commonly known as ‘dumsor’.
The victims have been identified as a carpenter, Jonas Ofosu Yeboah, a recent SHS graduate, Florence Naa Kwarley (19), and another individual.
According to the information gathered, the tragic incident occurred around Mahean-Ablekuma, a suburb of Accra.
The tragic incident is said to have occurred on the night of May 5, 2026.
Ofosu Yeboah reportedly placed a generator in a locked corridor while the victims slept in his room, leading to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning.
In a post shared by ASKghmedia detailed, “SAD NEWS —
A carpenter, Jonas Ofosu Yeboah, a recent SHS graduate, Florence Naa Kwarley (19), and another individual have died in tragic circumstances linked to a power outage in Mahean-Ablekuma, a suburb of Accra.
According to reports, on the night of May 5, 2026, Ofosu Yeboah reportedly placed a generator in a locked corridor while the victims slept in his room, leading to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Their bodies were discovered early on Wednesday morning, May 6, already in rigor mortis. The Amasaman Divisional Police Command has confirmed that investigations into the incident are ongoing”.
Some Ghanaians reacting to the news stated, “This dumsor must stop now, people are even tired of saying it”.
“How can you tell me this story? As them Dey inhale something alien before they even go to sleep, none of them gets the sense to wake up?”, one X user added.
Another netizen wrote, “This thing nearly happened to me, some yrs ago. We had to work overnight with a generator in the corridor, but we were tired and fell asleep in the middle of the night. God being so good, I woke up, and I felt like I was dying, so I woke him up n we stood under a tree for fresh air”.
In other news, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) had earlier told Ghanaians calling for a load shedding timetable that it is too early, while apologising for the erratic power outages.
According to the ECG, the recent power disruptions are due to the fire outbreak at the Akosombo GRIDCO substation.
He explained that engineers are working to restore the full electricity supply.
Speaking on Channel One Newsroom on Sunday, April 26, Dr Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, ECG’s General Manager for External Relations, explained, “After Akosombo, the fact is that it blocked about 1000 megawatts, but I am sure you also understand that even after losing 1000 megawatts, we have still been consistent with power supply within some parts of the country”.
“The question is, the current situation at the Akosombo GRIDCO substation is a work in progress. As I speak to you, there is a resolution; there are some of the issues that have been resolved, some parts of the country are back on full supply pending other lines that will be restored,” he stated.
Dr Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku added, “So if we start talking about a load shedding timetable right now, don’t you think it is too early to call for a load shedding timetable?”
“The engineers have assured us that very soon we are getting back on supply. I would once again urge the general public and our customers to remain calm and be assured that the situation is under control,” he said.
“I sincerely apologise for the inconvenience our cherished customers are facing. The incident wasn’t expected. It was a major incident which has rendered the entire control room affected and down, and we sincerely apologise to our customers,” he said.
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— 𝐀𝐒𝐊 (@askghmedia) May 7, 2026
A carpenter, Jonas Ofosu Yeboah, a recent SHS graduate, Florence Naa Kwarley (19), and another individual have died in tragic circumstances linked to a power outage in Mahean-Ablekuma, a suburb of Accra.
According to reports, on the night of May 5, 2026, Ofosu Yeboah… pic.twitter.com/OSnfCrU1DE