Hon. Frank Asiedu Bekoe Calls for Accountability and Lasting Solutions to Alajo Flooding

The  Member of Parliament for Suhum Constituency, Hon. Frank Asiedu Bekoe,  has called for urgent government action to address the persistent flooding in Alajo, describing the situation as a serious humanitarian and infrastructure challenge that continues to destroy lives, homes, and livelihoods.

According to the MP, the recurring floods are largely the result of blocked and poorly maintained drainage systems. 

He noted that drains clogged with unmanaged waste and silt are unable to carry stormwater during heavy rains, causing floodwaters to overflow into homes and businesses.

Hon. Asiedu Bekoe stressed that although Ghana has experienced several major flood events over the years including in 1933, 1960, July 1995, June 2015, June 2020, and May 2022 the underlying challenge remains the inadequate drainage infrastructure and poor maintenance of waterways.

He therefore called for greater accountability and immediate intervention by the government, urging authorities to: Provide financial compensation for residents who have lost property, businesses, and livelihoods due to the recurring floods. Desilt, expand, and modernize the drainage network in Alajo to improve its capacity to handle heavy rainfall. Strengthen waste management systems to prevent refuse from blocking drains and worsening flood risks.

The MP emphasized that the continued flooding reflects weaknesses in infrastructure planning and maintenance, and urged the government to combine immediate relief for affected residents with long-term engineering solutions to prevent future disasters.

Report by PKB