Editorial
How ready are we for the rains?
Dear Editor,
I want to use this opportunity to remind Ghanaians on the need to keep our drainages clean and free of filth as the rains set in.
Flooding remains a perennial problem in Ghana and this year would be no exception.
Not trying to sound extremely skeptical, one can clearly see that the problems that cause the perennial flooding are still there; nothing has been done about them.
Walking around town, one can see the gutters choked with weeds, polythene waste and others that impede the free flow of flood water.
Inhabitants around such drainages are also still dumping refuse in them.
It is also obvious that people are still building on water ways. All of these contribute to compound the flood related problems every year.
As we approach another rainy season, my appeal goes to the city authorities in charge of sanitation. They must hit the various townships and inspect sanitation and enforce the by-laws.
Those in charge of disilting the huge drainages must also be seen to be working so that flood waters can flow freely.
As people, we must also show some level of responsibility by keeping our communities clean. If there are gutters in front of our homes, we must try to keep them clean so that the onset of rains would not come with pandemics.
Joy Amesime,
Kaneshie
Editorial
Residents uncomfortable with noise pollution at Abeka-Botwe
Dear Editor,
I write to complain about the incessant noise pollution from churches and drinking spots in the Abeka- Botwe community.
Despite the many complaints from residents, the churches and operators of these drinking spots have turned a deaf ear to these complaints from the neighbours and residents.
Even suggestions to reduce the volume of their gadgets have been ignored.
One can audibly hear these noise from meters away and it’s very bad especially for those living close. In communicating, one is forced to shout for the other to hear.
These churches holds evening services twice or thrice a week and morning service on Thursdays and Sundays.
On all these occasions, one is forced to leave the house, move somewhere to relax and return home when they are done.
Most residents are at their wits end as complains to the churches and drinking spots have not been heeded to.
Through this platform, I wish to appeal to the Okaikwei North Municipal Assembly to take the needed action against them or caution them to give some relief to residents.
Akosua Addo
Abeka-Botwe
Editorial
Fix deplorable roads at Dansoman Camara
Dear Editor
I am writing to express my concern about the deplorable condition of the roads in my area, Dansoman Camara, specifically the numerous potholes that have become a menace to drivers and pedestrians alike.
The roads in the neighbourhood are full of potholes and for months has become so difficult for drivers to navigate their way on them.
Despite the numerous complaints to the local authorities, nothing seems to have been done to address the issue. The potholes are not only causing damage to vehicles but also posing a significant risk to road safety.
As the rainy season draws closer, it will turn into something else as these huge potholes become large pools of water.
And as drivers drive through them, they splash the water on commuters. The buildings nearby are also not left out, leaving them in a poor state.
As a resident of this area, I am appalled by the lack of attention given to this critical issue. I urge the relevant authorities to take immediate action to repair the roads and fill the potholes.
It is their responsibility to ensure that the roads are safe and well-maintained.
I hope that by highlighting this issue, I can bring attention to the plight of residents in my area and prompt the authorities to take necessary action.
Eugene Ampiaw,
Dansoman Camara
