Ga Mantse Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II on Thursday, May 28, 2026, toured flood-affected areas in Tetegu, a community near the Weija Dam, following the dam's spillage. The tour aimed to assess the impact of the flooding on residents and infrastructure.
During the visit, the Ga Mantse called for the arrest and prosecution of chiefs allegedly involved in the sale of lands along waterways and other flood-prone areas. He emphasized that such practices contribute to the severity of flooding and endanger lives.
The Weija Dam spillage, which began on May 27, 2026, due to heavy rains, has caused flooding in several downstream communities, including Tetegu. The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) manages the dam and had warned residents to evacuate low-lying areas.
Local authorities are coordinating relief efforts, and the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) has been deployed to provide assistance. The Ga Mantse urged residents to cooperate with officials and avoid building in flood-prone zones.
