The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has commenced the removal of unauthorised structures along major streets and on government-reserved lands across the city.
The operation, led by Mayor Michael Kpakpo Allotey, targeted areas including the Awudome Cemetery stretch, Awudome roundabout, North Kaneshie Last Stop, the Tuesday Market, and the frontage of the Royal House Chapel. Informal structures occupying public spaces in these locations were dismantled.
At the Tuesday Market, the Mayor oversaw the evacuation of solid waste and the desilting of drains, part of efforts to improve sanitation and ease movement. He also ordered the removal of private structures within the market to facilitate its redevelopment and announced a major clean-up during the next National Sanitation Day.
The operation also covered the Awudome Cemetery corridor and areas in front of the Royal House Chapel, where traders involved in air-conditioning repairs, vulcanising, food vending, and car spare parts sales were asked to vacate and cautioned against returning.
At the Awudome roundabout, unauthorised structures, scrap dealers, and roadside billboards were removed, while at North Kaneshie Last Stop, a fitting shop operating under an ECG high-tension pole was directed to vacate by Friday, with vehicles parked in the area at risk of being towed.
Mayor Allotey said the assembly would continue enforcement to reclaim road shoulders, walkways, and public lands, noting that unauthorised occupation contributes to sanitation challenges and safety risks.
He added that the operation forms part of preparations for the February 1 decongestion exercise and warned that anyone returning to cleared areas would face legal action.
The AMA reiterated its commitment to engaging stakeholders while ensuring compliance with regulations to maintain order, accessibility, and safety across Accra.
Source: myjoyonline.com.
