ECOWAS Donates US$250,000 to Support Ghana Flood Victims – Foreign Minister Ablakwa

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a donation of US$250,000 (approximately GH¢3 million) to support victims of Ghana’s recent devastating floods, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has announced.

In a statement shared on Sunday, Mr. Ablakwa said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had been officially notified by ECOWAS of the regional body’s decision to provide financial assistance to affected communities.

According to the Minister, the government is committed to ensuring full transparency and accountability in the management of the donation.

“I wish to announce, in the spirit of transparency and accountability, that the Foreign Ministry has just been notified by ECOWAS that they have decided to donate US$250,000.00 (about GH¢3 million) to Ghana for victims of the recent devastating floods,” he stated.

Mr. Ablakwa assured the public that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs would transfer the entire amount to the appropriate authorities immediately after the funds are received into the ministry’s account.

“As can be expected, the Foreign Ministry will hand over the entire funds as soon as we receive it in our accounts,” he added.

The Minister also conveyed the Government of Ghana’s heartfelt appreciation to ECOWAS for the timely intervention, describing the gesture as a demonstration of regional solidarity and African unity.

“The Government of Ghana conveys boundless appreciation to ECOWAS for their solidarity and true African compassion,” he said.

The donation comes as relief efforts continue in several flood-hit communities across the country, where thousands of residents have been affected by heavy rains that caused widespread destruction of homes, businesses, and public infrastructure.

The ECOWAS support is expected to complement ongoing government and humanitarian efforts aimed at providing relief and assisting affected families in rebuilding their lives.