President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the immediate release of GHS300 million for Accra flood relief following devastating flooding that has claimed at least 12 lives and triggered about 500 emergency rescues across parts of Accra and other communities in southern Ghana. The emergency funding is aimed at supporting victims, restoring damaged areas and strengthening flood-control measures after hours of heavy rainfall submerged homes and disrupted daily life.
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The directive comes as rescue teams continue operations in several flooded communities, with the government mobilising security and disaster response agencies to manage the crisis and prevent further loss of life.
Government activates emergency response as flood impact worsens
According to a statement from the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the funds were drawn from the Contingency Fund to support both immediate relief and long-term mitigation.
The allocation splits the GHS300 million into two equal parts. Half will go directly into emergency relief for affected households, while the remaining GHS150 million is reserved for flood mitigation projects aimed at reducing future disasters in vulnerable areas.
As part of the emergency response, President John Dramani Mahama directed the deployment of personnel from the Ghana Armed Forces and the Ghana Police Service to support ongoing rescue operations led by the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO).
The flooding, triggered by prolonged heavy rainfall, affected multiple communities, with roads cut off, homes submerged and residents forced to seek higher ground or emergency shelter.
Aerial assessment highlights scale of destruction
Earlier in the day, President Mahama conducted an aerial assessment over flood-hit parts of Accra to evaluate the extent of damage and coordinate urgent response measures.
The inspection revealed widespread destruction in low-lying communities, with officials warning that blocked drainage systems and rapid urban expansion have worsened the impact of seasonal rainfall.
Authorities say rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency teams continuing to evacuate stranded residents while assessing structural damage to homes, roads and public infrastructure.
What happens next in flood response and recovery
Government officials say the immediate focus is on saving lives, restoring access to cut-off communities and providing temporary shelter and relief supplies to displaced residents.
The second phase of intervention will prioritise drainage rehabilitation and flood-control infrastructure to reduce the risk of recurring incidents in future rainy seasons.
Disaster management agencies are also expected to intensify public safety advisories as the Ghana Meteorological Service has forecast more rainfall in southern Ghana and other parts of the country.
Internal coordination between security services and emergency responders is expected to continue over the coming days as assessments are updated and additional resources are deployed where needed.
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