By Emmanuella Owusu, GNA
Ashaiman, May 28, GNA — A private developer has called on the government to intervene in a land dispute that resulted in the demolition of structures near a major traffic intersection in Ashaiman, proposing compensation and a structured redevelopment plan for affected occupants.
Alhaji Abdulrahim Haruna, popularly known as “Dagomba Boy”, the developer, speaking to the Ghana News Agency after a demonstration from some residents and traders against a demonstration exercise on the said land.
Alhaji Haruna expressed concern over the demolitions, stating that he neither authorised nor financed the exercise.
He explained that as an investor, he always conducted due diligence on land ownership and legitimacy before undertaking any development project.
While acknowledging the need for development within the area, he criticised the manner in which the demolitions were carried out, saying affected occupants were neither consulted nor compensated before the exercise.
“I support development, but the approach was wrong,” he stated, arguing that the government should compensate people who had occupied the land since 1975.
He proposed that the government and private stakeholders should collaborate to redevelop the area in a way that accommodates affected residents and traders.
According to him, part of the land could be developed into a structured commercial facility with shops for the “Peaceful Settlers” to continue their businesses under an organised rental system.
He also suggested the construction of an ultra-modern lorry park to support the operations of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and improve transport management within the enclave.
Alhaji Haruna said the ongoing tensions stemmed from competing ownership claims involving transport operators, settlers, and original landowners, stressing that a coordinated and welfare-focused approach was needed to resolve the matter.
He reiterated his commitment to sustainable development and improved infrastructure, noting that collaboration among stakeholders remained essential to achieving a lasting solution.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/Kenneth Odeng Adade
