Dr. Esther Ofei-Aboagye of the African Cities Research Consortium attributes Ghana’s frequent flooding to deficiencies in local governance. She points to a lack of citizen responsibility, inadequate urban planning, and insufficient accountability as key contributing factors. According to Dr. Ofei-Aboagye, these issues have compounded over time, exacerbating the country’s environmental problems. She suggests that electing Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) could potentially strengthen local accountability. This reform, she believes, might improve responses to challenges like flooding and promote better environmental management. The ACRC member emphasizes the need for greater citizen engagement and responsible governance at the local level to address Ghana’s ongoing flood crisis. Ultimately, improved accountability is seen as crucial for sustainable solutions.