President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has been urged by Franklin Cudjoe of IMANI Africa to issue a state of emergency for residents affected by the recent dam spill in the Volta region.

Franklin Cudjoe asserted in a Twitter post that it appears that the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) is underutilised and that there is a shortage of resources in the country.

"Mr. President, it is obvious NADMO is overwhelmed, we are also bankrupt, so in agreement with Hon. Okudzeto, please declare a state of emergency now," Cudjoe urged in a Twitter post.

Franklin Cudjoe's appeal is in line with that made by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, a North Tongu member of parliament, who also called for the declaration of a state of emergency to allow for a more effective and well-coordinated response to the crisis.

Ablakwa emphasised the requirement for the creation of a special fund to gather donations from the public and well-wishers in order to aid those affected by the spillage.

He added, "Meanwhile, let us know how to donate to a credible fund."

The spillage of the Akosombo and Kpong Dams in the Volta region has severely damaged and uprooted many local communities, leaving many locals in utter need of assistance.