The rain storm that hit Greater Accra has shown no signs of letting up, deepening the crisis as floodwaters rise and transportation remains paralyzed across the capital.
The rain that is sweeping through Greater Accra has left widespread destruction, flooding roads, submerging homes, and bringing transportation across the capital to a near standstill.
The downpour, which lasted days, overwhelmed drainage systems and turned major highways and inner roads into rivers.
Commuters were stranded for hours, while commercial drivers counted losses as vehicles broke down in floodwaters.
Transportation paralyzed from Tema to Dansoman:
Traffic on the Accra-Tema Motorway slowed to a crawl as floodwaters covered sections near Tema.
Similar situation is reported on Accra to Nsawan, Accra to Kasoa, Accra to Dodowa, Accra to Adenta as well as inner roads.
Many vehicles broke down, forcing passengers to alight and wade through water.
In Amasaman and Pokuase, roads were completely cut off, leaving residents unable to travel to Accra for work.
Trotro and Uber drivers in Madina and Adenta abandoned routes after several cars were submerged near the Madina Zongo Junction and Adenta Barrier.
Dansoman and Banana Inn also recorded severe gridlock, with the Kaneshie-Mallam stretch impassable for hours.
Commercial drivers complained of engine damage and lost earnings, while students and workers missed appointments.
Homes, markets affected:
In Teshie, Nungua and Dodowa, floodwaters entered shops and ground-floor homes, destroying goods and household items.
Traders at the Nungua market and Banana Inn lorry station said they lost thousands of cedis in stock.
NADMO officials have begun assessments in the affected areas.
The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council earlier warned residents to avoid flood-prone areas and to report only genuine emergencies as response teams work to clear choked drains and restore access.
Authorities are urging motorists to exercise caution and avoid driving through flooded roads to prevent further damage and loss of life.
As early 5am on 9th June, 2026 the rain has started blocking commuters and Commercial drivers from going to the main city for works and other businesses.
