Flooding is a national issue; let's fix it together – Bawumia

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called for a united national effort to tackle the persistent flooding that continues to affect parts of Accra during heavy rainfall, emphasizing that solving this crisis requires collaboration across political lines.

Speaking during a tour of flood-hit communities on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, following Monday’s downpour, Dr. Bawumia stressed that the recurring floods have become a national challenge demanding collective action and expertise from professionals across various fields.

He urged all Ghanaians to bring together their energies, talents, and professional skills—regardless of political affiliation—to address the flooding problem for the sake of the nation.

Dr. Bawumia also appealed to the public to provide immediate relief to those affected by the floods, highlighting the urgent need for food, clothing, and mattresses for displaced residents.

He encouraged citizens, organisations, and community groups to contribute in any way they can to support affected residents, stating that everyone should do something to help those in need.

The former Vice President noted that the heavy rains on Monday, June 29, caused widespread flooding across the Greater Accra Region, resulting in loss of lives, displacement of residents, destruction of property, and a fire outbreak in the Odawna area.

This call for unity comes as Ghana grapples with the devastating impact of seasonal floods, which have become increasingly severe due to climate change and inadequate drainage infrastructure.

Experts warn that without a coordinated national response involving government agencies, local authorities, engineers, hydrologists, and community leaders, the country will continue to suffer repeated flood-related losses.

The recent flood incident underscores the importance of investing in resilient infrastructure, improving early warning systems, and enhancing disaster preparedness at all levels of society.

Dr. Bawumia’s appeal aligns with ongoing efforts by government agencies to address flood mitigation, including the EPA’s initiative to dredge the Pra, Bonsu, and Tano rivers to combat flooding and water pollution.

Additionally, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has been working to restore payment systems and vending platforms after flood disruptions, demonstrating the wide-ranging impact of such natural disasters on essential services.

As the nation moves forward, it is crucial to adopt a holistic approach that combines structural solutions with community engagement to build long-term resilience against flooding and protect the lives and livelihoods of all Ghanaians.

This initiative follows the government’s multi-agency response to recent flooding that inundated communities across Greater Accra, showcasing the importance of coordinated action in disaster management (ghana-mobilizes-multi-agency-response-as-flooding-inundates-communities).

Efforts to restore essential services after flood-related disruptions, such as those undertaken by the ECG, highlight the need for robust emergency response plans to minimize the socio-economic impact of natural disasters (ecg-restores-payment-systems-and-vending-platforms-after-flood-disruption).