The South Tongu District in the Volta Region of Ghana experienced flooding, and Ahotor FM, a beacon of connectedness and generosity, on Friday, December 15, lent a helping hand to the affected villages in a wonderful demonstration of compassion and community support. The radio station coordinated a kind contribution drive with listeners to raise much-needed funds for those impacted by the terrible Akosombo and Kpong dam spills.
Due to the dam spill, the Volta Region has been experiencing intense flooding in recent weeks. As a result, homes have been damaged, farmlands have been inundated, and families have been forced to relocate. Ahotor FM stood up to help, realizing that helping other citizens was a collective responsibility and that the situation was urgent as the town battled to recover from the devastation.
Dubbed “Ahotor Yi Bi Ma,” the project gathered steam as Ahotor FM encouraged its partners, sponsors, and listeners to support it. The overwhelmingly positive response from the community demonstrated the strong sense of camaraderie that unites the residents of the Volta Region.
Audiences listened to special broadcasts intended to increase awareness of the difficult circumstances that their neighbours were facing. The hosts of the radio shows fervently told tales of resiliency and exhorted listeners to do whatever they could to change the world. There was a tangible sense of purpose and unity on the airwaves.
Together with Ahotor FM, local companies and kind individuals donated money, necessities, and logistical support to contribute to driving success. The community came together with such generosity that it was evident how powerful group effort can be.
On Friday, a touching ceremony at Sogakope in the South Tongu District of the Volta region marked the end of the donation campaign. Representatives from Ahotor FM, local organizations, Chiefs, and community leaders gathered to receive the relief packages on behalf of the victims in need. When the community received the tangible support from Ahotor FM, in addition to material aid, the environment was fraught with emotion.
The Constituency’s MP, Honorable Kobla Mensah Wisdom Woyome, stated the following after receiving the items:
”First and foremost, I want to express my sincere gratitude to Ahotor FM for their kind and priceless support. In addition to being an elected politician, I come before you today as the recipient of the confidence and goodwill that this prestigious radio station, Ahotor FM, has shown me.”
”The donation from Ahotor FM is more than simply money; it also represents a shared dedication to the advancement and well-being of our community. It supports the idea that when many industries work together, we can do more than we could on our own. Without a doubt, the initiatives that will assist our people, improve their quality of life, and reinforce the bonds that bind our society together.”
”You may be sure that every item you donate will go toward supporting causes that are in line with our community’s best interests and core beliefs, as well as the impacted victims.”
”Finally, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Ahotor FM once more. We are aware of your dedication to the common good and your support of our shared destiny. By working together, we can keep creating a community that is vibrant, where everyone’s opinion is valued, and where advancement is a team effort.”
Beyond providing short-term assistance, the “Ahotor Yi Bi Ma” project had a lasting positive influence on the community and gave rise to optimism for a better future. The Volta Region is recovering thanks to the combined efforts of Ahotor FM and the caring community it serves, showing us all that even in the face of hardship, the strength of togetherness and charity can genuinely make a difference.
Story By: Mustapha Hadji Dean – Ahotoronline
@amMustaphaHadji
