NPP's Samuel Owusu Amankwaa supports flood victims, pledges action on flooding

Aspiring NPP Parliamentary Candidate for Ayawaso West Wuogon, Samuel Owusu Amankwaa, has begun a relief donation exercise to support residents of Ayawaso West Wuogon who were affected by the recent flooding that caused significant disruption to lives and properties.

The donation, which forms part of his efforts to provide immediate assistance to affected residents, included essential relief items aimed at helping families recover from the impact of the disaster.

Speaking during the exercise, Samuel Owusu Amankwaa expressed his deep concern about the extent of damage caused by the floods, describing the situation as shocking and heartbreaking after personally engaging with affected residents and assessing the challenges they faced.

He noted that beyond providing immediate relief, there was a need to identify and address the underlying causes of the recurring flooding within the constituency to prevent similar situations in the future.

“After visiting some of these areas and seeing the impact of the floods firsthand, I was deeply touched by the experiences of residents. Families have lost valuable belongings, and many are going through difficult moments. This calls for urgent attention and a collective effort to find lasting solutions,” he said.

Mr. Owusu Amankwaa emphasized that the flooding challenges require collaboration between stakeholders, including government agencies, the Ayawaso West Wuogon Municipal Assembly, and other relevant authorities.

He assured residents that he would engage with the appropriate institutions to highlight the challenges identified and work towards practical interventions that will improve drainage systems, reduce flood risks and protect communities within the constituency.

“We must move beyond responding only when disasters happen. We need to understand the causes of these challenges, engage the relevant authorities and work together to implement sustainable solutions for our communities,” he added.

The aspiring parliamentary candidate reaffirmed his commitment to serving the people of Ayawaso West Wuogon and ensuring that the concerns of residents receive the necessary attention.

Residents who received the relief items expressed appreciation for the gesture and called for continued collaboration to address the flooding situation affecting parts of the constituency.