Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Ocloo has denied any involvement by her office or local authorities in the demolition of structures at the Kaajaano fishing community in the La Dadekotopon Municipality, an exercise that has displaced several residents.
The demolition, which took place in the early hours of Saturday, April 11, resulted in the destruction of numerous homes and properties, leaving many people without shelter. Residents say the operation began around 6:00 a.m. and involved bulldozers and other heavy machinery.
During a visit to the affected area on Sunday, April 12, the Minister expressed concern over the development, stating that the exercise was carried out without the knowledge or approval of key authorities, including the Regional Security Council (REGSEC), the Municipal Chief Executive, and the area’s Member of Parliament.
“I reached out to those responsible for the operation and urged them to stop. Neither REGSEC nor the MCE, and not even your MP, was informed beforehand,” she stated.
Linda Ocloo assured displaced residents that immediate steps would be taken to support them, including arrangements for temporary accommodation and other relief measures.
“We are here to make sure that appropriate support is provided, including shelter for those affected. That is our priority at this moment,” she said.
Despite the backlash, the Chief Executive Officer of Anyok Holdings, Clemence Gyato, justified the demolition, describing it as necessary and long overdue. He explained that the action followed years of discussions with occupants and was aimed at reclaiming state land that had been encroached upon for a proposed coastal development project.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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