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Akosombo Dam spillage victims to receive compensation before end of 2026 – Gunu
Speaking to the media after the 3rd Volta Regional Coordinating Council meeting, held at the Residence Conference Room on Thursday, August 20, 2026, the Regional Minister said processes were underway in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to ensure that all eligible victims receive their compensation.
Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has announced that the government will begin paying compensation to victims of the 2023 Akosombo Dam spillage before the end of 2026.
Development projects Gunu said the Volta Region had made significant progress in several sectors since the government assumed office, with more than 600 projects currently being undertaken by Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies.
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