The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has mandated a parliamentary inquiry into the recent spillage from the Akosombo Dam
The Volta River Authority (VRA) initiated the release of excess water from the Akosombo and Kpong Hydro Dams on September 15 due to rising water levels.
Unfortunately, weeks after the spillage began, numerous residents along the Lower Volta Basin faced severe consequences, losing homes and farms to resulting floods.
In response to the widespread impact and growing concerns, the parliamentary probe aims to investigate the circumstances surrounding the Akosombo Dam spillage.
The inquiry will delve into the causes, management, and potential preventive measures to address the aftermath.
The displacement of thousands and the loss of communities highlight the urgency of understanding the situation comprehensively and taking necessary actions to prevent such occurrences in the future.
