Ghana President, His Excellency John Mahama has pleaded to the general public to stop buildings on waterways to prevent future disasters such as flooding.
He made the speech when he was addressing fellow muslim during the Eid al_Fitr ceremony at the Black Star Square. He urges the public to protect and safe-guard the environment from calamities.
“I must address a deeply troubling issue, the illegal construction of buildings on waterways, causing flooding and extensive destruction of properties. As we know, the rain is about to start, and already we can see flooding.”
He stressed that “People have built and blocked the rivers, and so the rivers have nowhere to go but to back up. This reckless disregard of planning regulations and environmental safety is a major contributor to the devastating floods that continue to plague our communities.”
The president’s call comes amid the increasing threat of flooding in various parts of the country, especially in Accra.
He again called on traditional leaders who out of their self interest allow private developers to stop engaging in such act.
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