By Nana Kwame Essel
Twifo Hemang (C/R), May 27, GNA – The Central Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Mr Emmanuel Kwesi Dawood, has warned religious leaders and politicians against obstructing demolition exercises.
He said NADMO would adopt a “name and shame” approach against individuals who interfere with such operations, which align with President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to remove structures obstructing the free flow of water and contributing to flooding.
He explained that structures located within road reservations would also be demolished to pave the way for road expansion projects.
Mr Dawood gave the warning during the launch of Disaster Volunteer Groups in the district capitals of Twifo Hemang and Twifo Praso.
He disclosed that NADMO had carried out 50 demolition exercises across the Central Region this year, targeting structures blocking drains and roads, as well as weak buildings posing risks to occupants.
The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Twifo-Atti-Morkwa, Mr Isaac Yawson, and the DCE for Twifo Hemang-Lower Denkyira, Mr Patrick Fiable, encouraged the volunteers to work diligently and assured them of future recognition during NADMO recruitment exercises.
District NADMO Directors, Mr Alex Ampah and Mr James Pra, highlighted operational challenges facing the organisation and appealed to government and non-governmental organisations for support to strengthen their activities.
GNA
Edited by Alice Tettey /Audrey Dekalu