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| Sheikh Alhassan Salifu,The Founder of the Alhassan Salifu Muslim Community Centre |
ACCRA, GHANA — The Founder of the Alhassan Salifu Muslim Community Centre in Kumasi, popularly known as the Kumasi City Mosque, Mr. Alhassan Salifu, has donated relief items to support victims of the devastating Accra floods.
The donation was made on 31st August 2026 at the Kanda Central Mosque for onward distribution to people affected by the floods.
The humanitarian intervention comes at a difficult time for many families following the devastating floods, which have reportedly claimed at least 12 lives, destroyed properties and left affected residents facing serious challenges, including the loss of homes and personal belongings.
Mr. Salifu said the donation was motivated by the spirit of humanity, compassion and solidarity, stressing that the beneficiaries include people from different religious backgrounds who are all entitled to support during times of crisis.
“Flood victims deserve our support regardless of their faith, background or community. At a challenging moment such as this, what matters most is our shared humanity and our willingness to stand with those who have suffered,” Mr. Salifu said.
He appealed to individuals, religious organisations, civil society groups, businesses and other institutions to extend assistance to the affected families.
Mr. Salifu said the scale of the disaster required a collective response, urging organisations and well-meaning Ghanaians to show compassion and help provide relief to those who have lost their homes, property and livelihoods.
A Call for Unity and Compassion
The Founder of the Kumasi City Mosque stressed that humanitarian assistance should transcend religious and political differences.
He said the flood disaster was a reminder that Ghanaians must stand together in times of adversity and support one another regardless of religious affiliation.
The Alhassan Salifu Muslim Community Centre reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian assistance and community development, saying the Centre would continue to support vulnerable people and contribute to initiatives that promote social welfare and peaceful coexistence.
Mr. Salifu also called for stronger national efforts to prevent future flooding, including improved drainage systems, responsible waste disposal and greater protection of waterways.
He expressed his condolences to the families who lost loved ones and sympathy to all those whose homes, businesses and livelihoods were affected by the floods.