ECOWAS Pledges $250k to Support Ghana Flood Victims

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a donation of US$250,000, equivalent to about GH¢3 million, to support victims of the recent floods in Ghana.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced this in press statement that it had received official notification from the ECOWAS Commission confirming the financial assistance, describing the gesture as a demonstration of regional solidarity with people affected by the disaster.

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

It said Government conveys appreciation to ECOWAS for their solidarity and true African compassion.

Joyce Adwoa Animia Ocran,ISD