AMA demolishes illegal structures on pavements, sidewalks
The Chief Executive of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has stated that the Assembly will consider identifying alternative trading spaces for street traders affected by the ongoing decongestion exercise.
According to him, the AMA was not responsible for the traders’ decision to operate on pavements and sidewalks; therefore, the Assembly is not obligated to cater to them.
However, he assured that efforts will be made in the coming months to find suitable spaces for them.
Speaking during the second phase of the decongestion exercise in the Central Business District on May 21, 2025, he said, “Because things are moving quickly, we had to make a hasty decision. I believe this will help in the interim. Within a month or two, I will try and secure a place for them.
“I didn’t ask the traders to sell on the streets. They also know very well that where they are operating is not the right place to sell. They should move to the market,” he added.
The AMA has also assured the public that its task force will ensure traders do not return to the locations from which they were evacuated.
Additionally, the Assembly has marked a “Red Line,” beyond which no trading or hawking will be permitted.
The operation is part of a broader effort to restore cleanliness and order in the city of Accra.
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