The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has donated US$250,000 (about GH¢3 million) to Ghana to support victims of the devastating floods that hit parts of the country on June 29.

Announcing the donation, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, said the Foreign Ministry had been officially notified of the regional body's decision.

"I wish to announce, in the spirit of transparency and accountability, that the Foreign Ministry has just been notified by ECOWAS that they have decided to donate US$250,000.00 (about GHS3million) to Ghana for victims of the recent devastating floods," he said.

The June 29 floods, triggered by heavy rains, caused widespread destruction in several communities, claiming lives, displacing residents and destroying homes, businesses and other property.

Mr Ablakwa said the Foreign Ministry would transfer the full amount to the appropriate authorities immediately after the funds are received.

"As can be expected, the Foreign Ministry will hand over the entire funds as soon as we receive it in our accounts," he said.

He expressed the Government of Ghana's appreciation to ECOWAS for the gesture.

"The Government of Ghana conveys boundless appreciation to ECOWAS for their solidarity and true African compassion," he said.

He signed off the statement with the words: "For God and Country."