Concerned residents in Mepe in the North Tongu District, are calling for immediate compensation and proper housing for affected flood victims, over 10 months after the spillage of the Akosombo Dam.
The group addressing the press said their livelihoods have been greatly affected negatively and the government seems reluctant on the issue.
They demanded compensation and urged the government to complete the 20-unit housing project it began in Mepe.
They also want the VRA, to put in proper measures as it intends to spill more water this year.
Mr Godwin Kwabla Avadetsi, Spokesperson for the concerned citizens of Mepe noted “The VRA has hinted that they are going to spill excess water in the next few weeks. They claim the next spillage this time will be gradual but we hope that they are fully aware that the soil is still soaked with water and will not be able to absorb much quantity again. We are, therefore, pleading with them to be circumspect in whatever actions they take.”
“…As a matter of urgency, we are requesting the government to do the honourable thing, shaping and resurfacing all access routes in the town and those leading to surrounding villages, providing proper drainage facilities, providing canals for excess spilt water to be harvested and channelled for agricultural purposes.”
