The Eastern Regional branch of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) has outlined measures to curb flooding in the region, especially in Koforidua, as the rainy season approaches.
It is believed that Koforidua, the regional capital, is a low-lying area, and whenever it drizzles even slightly, the town is engulfed by floods, which are very devastating.
Reacting to this, among other pressing issues that need to be tackled head-on, the Eastern Regional NADMO boss, Kudjo Adukpo, said the organization had identified some key flood-prone areas where residents face challenges whenever it rains.
“Nsukwao, Meyila Zongo, Prince Boateng roundabout, Ada, and Koforidua district business center, among others, are all flood-prone areas,” he noted.
He said they had a crunch meeting with the Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Awatey, concerning the situation, and she assured them of her support to ensure that the regional capital experiences zero flooding issues this year.
The NADMO boss noted that following their engagement, the minister released some confiscated excavators belonging to illegal miners to them to use for dredging gutters that always flood in the area.
“There is a river at the Akwadum Road near the Eastern Regional Electricity Company of Ghana. Anytime it rains, it floods the entire area. So we have used the excavator to desilt it to make sure that this time around, the residents residing over there will have peace of mind without leaving their homes for their friend’s houses for shelter,” he stated.
Mr. Adukpo used the opportunity to commend his Directors, who have been instrumental in championing this cause to ensure Koforidua and its surrounding areas become flood-free.
He further vowed to deal with the recalcitrant staff who do not attend work but still receive salaries every month, indicating that President John Dramani Mahama brought him there to work hard, honor his mandate, and help change the narrative of NADMO in the Region.
“Over the past years, some staff of NADMO have taken the organization for granted and do whatever suits them. But under my administration, things are going to change, so if you know you’re not interested in the job, just quit and stay at home,” he warned.
By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.
Source// Obohnewsonline.com.
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