NADMO, Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District

𝐍𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐎 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭 🌧️

The rainy season is here and your safety matters. Heavy rainfall can lead to flooding at any time, often without warning.

Stay alert and take preventive measures to protect yourself, your family and your community.

In any emergency, contact the appropriate emergency services immediately for swift assistance and safety.

📞 Dial 112 (Toll-Free)

📲 Or call any of our hotlines:
0548048588 | 0244244034
0302964884 | 0299350699
0299350030 | 0299350244

Always remember: Prevention pays.

"Assaulting Firefighters during emergencies must stop. It's not a good habit" - CDCO Kwesi Dawood

Every worker plays a vital role in keeping our communities strong, safe, and moving forward. Today, we celebrate your sacrifice, resilience, and commitment.

Happy Workers’ Day from NADMO. Together, we build a culture of safety, service, and preparedness.

Because prevention is better than response.

NADMO Asikuma Odoben Brakwa would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported and took part in the successful Capacity Building and Inauguration of the Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs) in the district.

We are very grateful to Nana Afful Nyankoe II, Krontihene of the Breman Traditional Council and Chairman for the programme, for his strong leadership, support and wise words. His presence encouraged the volunteers and showed the importance of working together to prevent and manage disasters.

We also thank Hon. Kofi Ampomah (Presidential Staffer). Hon. Mubarak Watara (Constituency Chairman for Asikuma Odoben Brakwa) Mr. Frederick Amissah (Advisor to the Finance Minister) Kofi Paul, Yaw Asamoah Buckman (Procurement Director, YEA) Mr. Patrick Abekah, Ing. Boakye Dankwah, Mr. Seth Ayesu, Amina Akuah Boahemaa, Mr. Ticofred Asouakoh, Mr. Kwesi Sam, Ms. Rachael Arhin and Helena Opoku for being present and supporting the programme.

We appreciate all stakeholders, traditional leaders, assembly members, security services, facilitators, media and everyone who helped in one way or another. Even those whose efforts were not mentioned directly are deeply appreciated.

The inauguration of the 40-member DVG team is an important step in helping communities prepare better for disasters. It will help strengthen early warning, emergency response and public education at the community level.

NADMO remains committed to working with all partners to build safer and stronger communities.

A special appreciation to the District Chief Executive for Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District and Chairperson of the District Disaster Management Committee, Olivia Bentil, for her strong leadership, commitment, and support throughout the Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs) training and inauguration.

Her dedication to teamwork, proper planning, and community safety continues to support NADMO’s work in strengthening disaster preparedness and emergency response in the district. Through her leadership and support, more efforts are being made to protect lives, property, and livelihoods within our communities.

The support from the District Assembly and stakeholders also shows the importance of working together to build safer and more resilient communities.

NADMO AOB remains committed to partnering with all stakeholders and volunteers to improve disaster risk reduction, community awareness, and emergency response across the district.

We sincerely appreciate the active participation of Hon. Alhaji Alhassan Kobina Ghansah, Member of Parliament for Asikuma Odoben Brakwa at the Capacity Building and Inauguration Ceremony of the Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs). His presence and support demonstrated a strong commitment to community welfare, disaster preparedness and public safety within the district.

NADMO recognizes the importance of collaboration between government leadership, institutions and community stakeholders in strengthening local disaster risk reduction systems. The continued support of the Honorable Member of Parliament reinforces our collective efforts towards promoting timely response, community awareness and proactive disaster management across the district.

As we continue to empower and equip our Disaster Volunteer Groups, we remain committed to building resilient communities capable of responding effectively to emergencies and disaster situations.

Together, through partnership, commitment and shared responsibility, we can safeguard lives, protect property and create safer communities for all.

The newly inaugurated Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs) of Asikuma Odoben Brakwa are now positioned as frontline responders, ready to support their communities through early warning, risk education, emergency response, and community engagement. The training and inauguration of the forty (40)-member DVG team marks a significant step in NADMO AOB’s commitment to decentralizing emergency response and strengthening proactive, community-led disaster preparedness and resilience across the district.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Director-General of NADMO, the Deputy Director-Generals and the Central Regional Leadership for their continuous support and guidance towards this important national initiative.

With this successful inauguration, eleven (11) out of the twenty-four (24) MMDAs in the Central Region have now activated their DVGs. Together, we move steadily towards a safer and more resilient region through effective Disaster Risk Reduction.

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District, proudly commends the Central Regional Director, Mr. E. K. Dawood Mensah, together with our dedicated regional officers and ACDCO Richard Dovi, for their exemplary leadership, professionalism and commitment to service.

Through teamwork and integrity, they continue to strengthen disaster preparedness structures and promote community safety across the district. Their guidance and dedication are empowering communities to build resilience, respond effectively to emergencies and champion safety at the grassroots level.

Together, we remain committed to building safer and more resilient communities.

The National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), Asikuma Odoben Brakwa, successfully held a Capacity Building Program for Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs) as part of efforts to strengthen community preparedness and emergency response.

The training equipped volunteers with practical knowledge and skills in disaster prevention, response and management to enhance their readiness in supporting communities during emergencies and disaster situations.

The program also provided an opportunity for stakeholders, facilitators, distinguished guests and volunteers to share experiences and deepen collaboration towards building safer, resilient and disaster-ready communities.

NADMO acknowledges the support and presence of Hon E. K. Dawood Mensah, Central Regional NADMO Director, as well as Regional NADMO Officers for their guidance and commitment towards strengthening disaster preparedness and community resilience.

𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐓

The National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), Asikuma Odoben Brakwa, extends sincere appreciation to all stakeholders, facilitators, distinguished guests and Disaster Volunteer Groups (DVGs) for their active participation and support.

Your contribution has strengthened our shared mandate of building resilient and disaster-ready communities.

𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲!🚨

Join us for the NADMO–AOB Capacity Building for Disaster Volunteer Groups as we strengthen community preparedness and response.

🗓️ Tuesday, 28th April 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 District Assembly Hall, Asikuma

Together, let’s build safer and more resilient communities.