Veteran journalist and political analyst Kwasi Pratt Jnr has raised concerns over President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to tour flood-affected areas by helicopter, arguing that such an approach limits meaningful engagement with affected communities.
Pratt, speaking on current affairs discussions, suggested that while aerial assessments may provide a broad overview of the damage, they do not offer the depth of understanding required to fully appreciate the impact on residents on the ground.
He stressed that direct interaction with victims in flood-hit communities is essential for leaders to grasp the human dimension of the disaster and the extent of damage to homes, livelihoods and infrastructure.
His comments come in the wake of recent flooding across parts of the country, which has displaced residents, damaged property and disrupted transportation systems in several communities. Government has since intensified emergency response efforts, including relief distribution and mitigation planning.
Kwasi Pratt’s remarks add to ongoing public debate about how authorities should respond to recurring flooding, with some stakeholders calling for stronger enforcement of planning laws, improved drainage systems and more consistent waste management to address the root causes of the problem.
The discussion also comes as the government rolls out relief and mitigation measures to support affected areas and reduce the impact of future flooding incidents.
