Salaga South MP and Vice Chairperson of Parliament's Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has responded to concerns raised by Bekwai MP, Ralph Poku-Adusei, that the government is not doing enough to improve sanitation in Ghana. Ms Ibrahimah argued that it is unfair to suggest that there has been no improvement in sanitation, pointing to various projects undertaken in communities across the country.
According to Ms Ibrahimah, the construction of two new toilet facilities in Salaga over the past two years and a 20-seater water closet facility at Krachi East demonstrate that assemblies are making efforts to improve sanitation at the local level. She stated that while there is always room for improvement, it is not fair to claim that nothing has been done.
The debate on sanitation in Ghana comes as the country continues to face challenges in providing adequate toilet facilities for its citizens. Statistics from the Ministry of Local Government show that only 59.3% of Ghanaian households have access to improved toilet facilities. This has led to calls for the government to do more to address the sanitation crisis.
Bekwai MP, Ralph Poku-Adusei, had argued that the government must go beyond temporary interventions and provide permanent solutions to Ghana's sanitation challenges. He emphasized that the current efforts are not enough and that a more comprehensive approach is needed to address the issue.
In response to the criticism, Ms Ibrahimah urged critics to acknowledge the efforts being made by the government and local assemblies to improve sanitation. She emphasized that there is always space for improvement, but it is essential to recognize the progress that has been made so far.
The issue of sanitation has been a long-standing challenge in Ghana, with many communities lacking access to basic toilet facilities. The government has been working to address the issue through various initiatives, including the construction of new toilet facilities and the implementation of sanitation bylaws.
Parliament has also been urging Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enforce sanitation bylaws to curb indiscriminate waste disposal. The goal is to promote a cleaner environment and improve the overall sanitation situation in the country. Key initiatives and progress in sanitation projects are crucial steps towards addressing Ghana's sanitation challenges.
Key points
- Salaga South MP, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, responds to critics, citing progress in sanitation projects across Ghana.
- Ghana faces challenges in providing adequate toilet facilities, with only 59.3% of households having access to improved toilet facilities.
- Parliament urges MMDAs to enforce sanitation bylaws to curb indiscriminate waste disposal and promote a cleaner environment.
