The Omanhene of the Gomoa Ajumako Traditional Area, Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI, has expressed deep concern over the ongoing water crisis affecting several districts in the Central Region, including Gomoa East, Gomoa West, and Gomoa Central.
According to the traditional leader, the region’s water supply challenges have worsened following the shutdown of major water lines by the Ghana Water Limited (GWL), a move he said was done without prior notice to residents.
In an effort to help resolve the crisis, the Omanhene has handed over an abandoned dam in Gomoa Ajumako to the Ghana Water Company Limited.
He said the dam, once treated and restored, could serve as an alternative water source for communities struggling with supply disruptions from the Kwanyarko Water Works, which has been facing operational challenges due to pollution from illegal mining activities.
“We cannot sit idle while our people suffer for water,” Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI added. “This dam can help ease the burden if properly treated and managed.”
Speaking to Adom News, Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI appealed to GWCL to improve communication with the public, especially when disruptions to water supply are necessary.
“Ghana Water Company should always inform the public through announcements or press statements before closing the pipes. People deserve to know so they can prepare adequately,” he said.
The Acting Managing Director of the Ghana Water Company Limited, Adam Mutawakilu, who received the dam, commended the Omanhene for his proactive initiative.
“We appreciate the leadership shown by Obrempong Nyanful Krampah XI,” Mr. Mutawakilu said. “We will immediately dispatch a team of engineers to assess the water quality and begin treatment so the dam can serve as a backup to the Kwanyarko Water Works.”
The move has been widely welcomed by residents, who hope the collaboration between traditional authorities and the Ghana Water Company will bring a lasting solution to the region’s growing water crisis.
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