Tema West Lashibi Residents Decry Persistent Water Shortage, Call For Urgent Intervention

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 held over the weekend, 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.

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.

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 disclosed that the Assembly is initiating a community borehole project to serve as a backup water source during periods of scarcity.

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.

REPORTER: AHIABOR AUGUSTINE