Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a private waste management company, has refuted reports that it has been hired by the Volta River Authority to fumigate Lower Volta areas that have been devastated by floods caused by overflowing water from the Akosombo and Kpong dams.
“We want to emphasise that Zoomlion has not been contracted by VRA to undertake any fumigation activities in the said affected areas”, the company said, adding that the “allegations are baseless and lack any factual basis”.
“Management categorically refutes these misleading, false and unfounded assertions”, the company insisted.
The business announced that on Monday, October 23, 2023, a number of relief goods valued at more than 500,000 cedis were given to the spillage victims by its executives and management.
Additionally, it noted that “a sister company, Ecozoil, also donated almost 500 life jackets to the media and rescue team supporting the situation on the ground”.
“At the same presentation event, the company, in addition to the items presented, announced its intention to also fumigate the areas once the water had receded”, the company explained.
Zoomlioj said it remains “unwavering in our commitment to upholding our corporate social responsibility and providing steadfast support to the communities in the Volta Region and in other ways to our mother Ghana, despite the unwarranted distractions caused by such baseless accusations”.
“We want to reassure all stakeholders that our dedication to serving and uplifting communities remains resolute, and we will continue to prioritise the well-being and support of those in need, irrespective of such false allegations”, Zoomlion added.