Dzifa Abla Gomashie, Member of Parliament for Ketu South Constituency and Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, has raised serious concerns about the devastation caused by the sea in her constituency. In a heartfelt message on her Facebook handle, she highlighted the urgent need for action to protect the land, heritage, and national assets of the people of Ketu South.
In recent weeks, the sea has wreaked havoc on the lands and homes of the hardworking and long-suffering people of Ketu South. The impact has been more severe than ever before, leaving many families in distress.
Honorable Dzifa Gomashie visited the affected community with the Municipal Coordinating Director and subsequently briefed the Regional Minister, the Minister for Interior, the Minister for Works and Housing, the Minister for Environmental, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI), and the National Security Advisor. She also engaged with the chiefs and many affected families to understand their plight and seek solutions.
The Volta Regional Minister, EPA, and NADMO visited the communities to gather first-hand information and assess the situation. Immediate interventions included the provision of relief items on three different occasions to the victims.
The next crucial step is to evacuate those at risk immediately. The Chief of Agavedzi, Togbe Sewor, has graciously offered a facility as temporary shelter while a more conducive place is found.
The Ministers for Works and Housing and MESTI are working tirelessly to find a permanent solution. This includes the continuation of the coastal protection program initiated under HE John Dramani Mahama and abandoned after his tenure, as well as the fast-tracking of the WACA project to save lives, livelihoods, and national assets.
The new administration must prioritize these efforts to safeguard the land and heritage of the people of Ketu South. By investing in coastal protection and sustainable development, the government can prevent further devastation and ensure the preservation of Ghana’s cultural and natural heritage.
Honorable Dzifa Gomashie ended her message on a solemn note, urging everyone to “Keep us in your prayers.” The call to action is clear: it is time to unite and take decisive steps to protect our land, our people, and our future.
Source: Sankofaonline.com
