The Volta River Authority (VRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing continuous support and relief to all victims affected by the Akosombo dam spillage, assuring that no one will be left unattended during these challenging times.
In an update on the government’s relief efforts, Ing. Edward Obeng Kenzo, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of VRA, emphasized the humanitarian assistance they have been delivering to the affected communities since the spilling of the dam.
One significant initiative highlighted by Ing. Kenzo is the installation of a new water-pumping station at Aveyime, which now supplies the residents with safe drinking water. He emphasized the dedication of VRA to ensuring that the affected communities receive the comfort and relief they need.
Ing. Kenzo stated, “We would like to assure the whole nation and those affected that nobody is left unattended. We will be with the communities throughout these trying times and make sure that the comfort and relief they need, they receive them.”
“Since day one, when we started this spilling, we have been with the communities. All those affected communities from Asuogyaman all the way to South Ada, South Tongu, Central Tongu, and Ada East, and what have you, we have been with them. The relief items are still being supplied. We have given water, we have made sure there’s enough water being supplied to these communities.”
Ing. Kenzo also provided insights into VRA’s investment of GHC1.5 million in various hospitals in the affected area. Additionally, he disclosed that Zoomlion has been contracted to provide hygienic portable toilet facilities for the residents, addressing essential sanitation needs.
He stated, “Our hospital department, in conjunction with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) in the various district hospitals, has supplied almost GHC1.5 million worth of drugs to the communities. We will continue to make sure that we bring relief to the doorsteps of all those affected and make sure they return to their normal lives.”
“Water tanks have been supplied to the communities, we are bringing in water from the various communities to supply. We will continue as I said to make sure that the relief items go to the affected communities. Zoomlion has been engaged to provide portable toilet facilities,” he said.
Ing. Kenzo concluded by reassuring the public that there would be no additional spillage of water, bringing a sense of stability and security to the affected communities.
