By Kekeli K. Blamey
Adidome, (V/R), June 12, GNA – Mr. Dodzi Addison Mornyuie, the Central Tongu District Chief Executive (DCE), has outlined a series of urgent interventions aimed at addressing persistent flooding and infrastructure challenges facing the district.
Speaking with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), Mr. Mornyuie disclosed that parts of Adidome and surrounding communities have been severely affected by recent floods, disrupting livelihoods, education, and economic activity.
He said the district assembly, in collaboration with district engineers, embarked on an inspection tour of the affected areas to assess the extent of the damage. The assessment revealed that some culverts were choked, while in other areas, floodwaters were unable to flow due to unauthorized structures on waterways.
“Our engineers identified that certain areas require the installation of additional culverts to divert excess water,” the DCE said.
Mr. Mornyuie said the assembly would soon engage landowners in those communities to secure access to the necessary drainage works.
He also indicated that engineers from the Ghana Highway Authority were preparing to install three culverts to redirect floodwaters and ease the flow through critical sections of the district.
He said poor sanitation, especially plastic waste pollution and clogging drainage systems, were leading to frequent floods during the rainy season.
“We are not only addressing engineering solutions but also looking at community education on proper waste disposal, as plastic pollution is a major cause of blocked drains,” he said.
Mr. Mornyuie also touched on the broader infrastructure needs of Central Tongu, noting that the state of the road network remained a key concern.
He joined forces with Mr Alexander Roosevelt Hotordze, the Member of Parliament of Central Tongu, to formally engage the Ghana Highway Authority to support the rehabilitation of Asiekpe, Kpedzeglo, Agorve, Aflavenu and several other road links across the district.
He also mentioned that his office had met with driver unions to deliberate on improving road safety and reducing the spate of accidents in the enclave.
“As part of measures to improve traffic management, we have requested the installation of traffic lights at high-risk intersections in the district,” he noted.
To further support community development and public safety, the DCE revealed that the district had requested 600 streetlights from the Electricity Company of Ghana. These will be installed in key public areas such as markets, schools, and health facilities.
“These interventions are part of a comprehensive plan to improve infrastructure, reduce disaster risk, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents of Central Tongu,” Mr. Mornyuie emphasized.
He called for collaboration from residents, especially in allowing access for development works and adhering to local regulations that prevented construction on waterways.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Christian Akorlie