Weija-Gbawe MP cautions Ghana Water over 'careless' Weija Dam spillage

The Member of Parliament for Weija-Gbawe in the Greater Accra Region, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has issued a strong caution to the management of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), urging the utility provider to handle the intended spillage of the Weija Dam with extreme care to prevent potential disasters.
Addressing a stakeholders' meeting held at the Weija Municipal Assembly, the MP emphasised the importance of proactive management of the dam’s water levels, particularly as the rainy season approaches.
Mr. Shaib warned that any mishandling of the spillage process that leads to flooding or destruction of property in nearby communities would be met with fierce resistance from affected residents and local authorities.
“We have seen the devastating impact of previous spillage exercises.
Let me be clear—any problems that arise from poor management of this process will not be tolerated.
We will resist it with every means available,” he stated.
The Weija Dam, located in the Greater Accra Region, has been a source of concern during heavy rains, as excess water released from the dam often causes flooding in surrounding areas, displacing residents and damaging property.
The MP's remarks underscore growing tensions between residents and authorities over the recurring issue and reflect calls for better communication and disaster preparedness by Ghana Water Limited.
Source: Classfmonline.com/Cecil Mensah
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