Mathias Duayin and Albert Edor, arrested for stealing cables belonging to Vodafone Ghana, in Akosombo, Eastern Region, have been sentenced to seven years imprisonment each by the Odumase Krobo Circuit Court.

They stole 2,600 metres of cable, and damage caused by the theft is valued at GH¢798,000, affecting thousands of customers in the region.

Vodafone Ghana has been actively collaborating with law enforcement to resolve the case.

Preba Greenstreet, Director of Legal and External Affairs at Vodafone Ghana, in a statement issued by the company, in Accra yesterday said "the arrest and subsequent conviction of the suspects underscore our commitment to ensuring the security of our infrastructure."

She expressed her gratitude for the swift resolution of the matter, stating "we are grateful for the swift action of the Akosombo police and the Odumase Krobo Circuit Court. Cable theft is a

pressing concern, and our collaboration with law enforcement agencies will continue to address and mitigate its repercussions."

"The theft of cables disrupts telecommunication services, posing challenges for businesses and residents reliant on consistent connectivity," Ms Greenstreet said.