Bawumia urges government to declare state of emergency if more rains are coming
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia urged the government to declare a state of emergency on Tuesday, June 30, when he visited communities in the Greater Accra Region. He stated, "What is worrying for me is the forecast of even more rain to come. If more rain is expected, I believe the government should also consider declaring a state of emergency so that we deal with this in that particular form." He made this call after Monday's rains caused widespread destruction, especially in Accra.
Dr. Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party's 2028 presidential candidate, called for a non-partisan national response to the flooding. He urged the government to mobilize professionals such as engineers, hydrologists, and disaster management experts. He also appealed for immediate humanitarian assistance for victims, noting that many families had lost their homes and possessions. He encouraged individuals, corporate organizations, and communities to assist those displaced and pledged to personally contribute relief items.
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Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has urged the government to declare a state of emergency if forecasts of heavier rainfall materialize. He
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