On Monday, October 16, President Akufo-Addo will pay a visit to show support for the people affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage.
He is anticipated to travel to the areas most affected by the regrettable circumstances. Eugene Arhin, the director of communications for the presidency, announced this on Sunday, October 15, 2023, via a Facebook post.
The spillage has resulted in flooding that has compelled numerous communities in the north, south, and Central Tongu districts of the Volta Region to evacuate, leaving them with no alternative but to attempt to rescue whatever remains of their possessions.
The situation was critical, with the Comboni Hospital personnel having to vacate their residences and seek refuge under a pavilion. Patients have also been released, with only ten in critical condition remaining. If the water levels do not recede soon, they may also have to be discharged.
The statement reads:
“The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, will on Monday, 16th October 2023, visit the districts severely hit by the floods occasioned by the spillage of the Akosombo Dam.”
“The President will be joined on this tour by members of the Inter-Ministerial Committee, which has been set up to coordinate government’s response to the flooding and help bring relief to those affected.”
He added that the President will arrive this evening from his 4-day visit to the USA.
“The President arrives from his 4-day official visit to the United States this evening.”
