The floodgates at the Azizadzi sandbar have been opened, allowing the lagoon to flow freely into the sea. This initiative aims to mitigate the severe flooding experienced in the three municipalities of Keta, Anloga, and Ketu South.

The announcement was made by Emmanuel Gemegah, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Keta, during a press conference held in collaboration with the Anloga and Ketu South municipalities, with support from the Volta River Authority (VRA).

Mr. Gemegah emphasized that comprehensive consultations and community engagement efforts have been undertaken to ensure that local residents are well-prepared for the opening of the floodgates.

He stressed the urgency of addressing these concerns promptly to prevent damage to the main roads connecting the three municipalities and other national assets.

"We made sure that enough consultation was done with traditional authorities, experts in the preparation to open the lagoon into the sea and we are doing this to prevent any flood in the areas," Mr Gemegah said.

On October 19, numerous communities in the Keta municipalities, Anloga, and Ketu South experienced severe flooding, resulting in the displacement of many residents. Emmanuel Gemegah, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Keta, expressed his concerns about the rising water levels in the Keta lagoon, which had reached 1.382 meters, in contrast to the sea level of 0.592 meters.

Mr. Gemegah urged residents who have been informed about the situation and the necessity of the project but are still opposing it to reconsider their stance.

He found it surprising that some residents, who had previously been well-informed and engaged before the project's commencement, were now raising objections to the lagoon's opening.

Mr. Sewor, the Municipal Engineer, stressed the vital importance of opening the lagoon to the sea to prevent further flooding in the three districts.

The meeting was attended by Maxwell Lugudor, the Municipal Chief Executive for Ketu South, and Seth Yormewu, the District Chief Executive for Anloga, as well as representatives from the local traditional authorities and community residents. The Volta River Authority (VRA) is providing support for the project.