By: Akua Oteng Amponsah
Residents of Communities 16, 17, 18, and 19 in Lashibi, within the Tema West Municipality, have expressed deep frustration over the persistent irregularities in water supply to their homes.
At a town hall meeting, the residents lamented that their taps often run dry for several months without explanation from the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL). Despite receiving monthly bills, they say they hardly enjoy the service they pay for.
“We receive monthly bills yet our taps do not glow. The most painful aspect of this stressful situation is that GWCL have refused to communicate with us” residents lament.
Many have resorted to buying water from private tanker operators at exorbitant prices, a situation they describe as unsustainable.
Beyond the water crisis, residents also raised concerns about the poor road network in the area, which contributes to perennial flooding, as well as growing security challenges in their communities.
Meanwhile, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Tema West, Mr. Ludwig Teye Totimeh, acknowledged the water supply challenges, attributing part of the problem to the shutdown of the Teshie Desalination Plant and power fluctuations.
He however disclosed that the Assembly is initiating a community borehole project to serve as a backup water source during periods of scarcity.
“The residents have a reason to speak up but the situation is under control. Currently the assembly is initiating a borehole project to mitigate the challenge” he disclosed.
The Assemblyman for Lashibi, Hon. Justice Tettey, underscored the importance of the engagement, stressing that the issues raised by residents require urgent government attention.
The Member of Parliament for Tema West, Lawyer James Enu, also addressed security concerns, noting that he is working to provide additional logistics to the police to enhance safety within the area.
