
Accra Floods: Millions Spent, Yet City Remains Submerged
Accra Floods Highlight Concerns Over Government Spending Accra, Ghana – Recent heavy rains have once again led to widespread flooding in Accra, raising questions about the effectiveness of government spending on flood mitigation. A video by social media commentator Mensah Sohigh (@ghtrendofficial) has gone viral, criticizing the government's use of 43 million dollars allocated for flood prevention. "These are the same fools sending young men and women messages," Sohigh stated in his video, expressing his anger and disappointment. He questioned where the funds were spent, suggesting they were not used for their intended purpose. The video has already accumulated hundreds of views and comments, indicating significant public interest in the issue. The government has yet to respond directly to Sohigh's claims, but the ongoing flooding serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for effective flood control measures in Accra. The situation underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in government spending, particularly when it comes to critical infrastructure projects.