Hohoe MP and Regional Authorities Coordinate Relief for Over 4,000 Households Following River Dayi Flooding

Government officials and local representatives have intensified relief efforts in the Hohoe Municipality following devastating floods that displaced thousands and caused significant property damage. According to data from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the flooding impacted approximately 4,282 households and affected 400 houses, with over 30 structures reported to have completely collapsed. While no casualties were recorded, the disaster has dealt a severe blow to local businesses and the livelihoods of residents across the constituency, particularly those situated along the banks of the River Dayi.

Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo, the Member of Parliament for Hohoe, has pledged comprehensive support to ensure all victims are fully reintegrated into their communities. During a recent media briefing and tour of the affected areas, Tsekpo emphasized that assistance would extend beyond immediate relief items to focus on long-term recovery for impacted businesses. To prevent future occurrences, the MP announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Works and Housing to conduct a thorough assessment of the River Dayi banks. He noted that stabilizing these banks and improving the regional drainage network are critical steps in safeguarding the municipality against future seasonal rains.

Complementing the MP’s efforts, the Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, and the Hohoe Municipal Chief Executive, Prosper Kumi, have overseen the immediate administrative response. Minister Gunu, after a courtesy call on Togbega Gabusu VII, the Paramount Chief of the Gbi Traditional Area, advised residents to remain in temporary shelters until structural safety assessments of their homes are completed. Meanwhile, MCE Prosper Kumi announced that the assembly would initiate fumigation exercises and health screenings to prevent the outbreak of waterborne diseases in the flooded zones. Government relief items are currently being distributed to provide temporary respite to the displaced families.

Local leadership and community members have identified several man-made factors that exacerbated the crisis. Togbega Gabusu VII and Assembly Member Rafiu Adam highlighted that improper waste disposal in the River Dayi and inadequate drainage systems significantly contributed to the water overflow. The Paramount Chief called for stricter building regulations and improved waste management practices to complement government infrastructure projects. As the community begins the recovery process, there is a unified call for the dredging of local rivers and the expansion of culverts to ensure that Hohoe’s infrastructure can withstand the increasing unpredictability of environmental disasters.