The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) is gearing up for a decongestion exercise in various areas of the city to improve pedestrian and vehicular movement. The operation is set to commence on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, targeting locations around the AMA Head Office, Kinbu Road to Railways, ECG Junction to the King Tackie Tawiah Statue, Zongo Lane, and Opera Square to Adabraka.
On the second day of the exercise, areas such as Wato Junction, King Tackie Tawiah School, Cow Lane, UTC Road, Timber Market, and parts of Kwame Nkrumah Circle will be addressed. The third day will focus on the remaining sections of the Circle and the Kaneshie enclave, including Pamprom Lane and the footbridges.
The three-day operation is a collaborative effort between the AMA and the Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA), with support from the Ghana Police Service, market leaders, transport unions, and other stakeholders. The exercise is in line with the AMA Hawkers Bye-Laws (2017) and Section 117(1) of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012, which prohibit activities that obstruct public spaces.
A statement released by the AMA emphasized the need for affected individuals to vacate the specified areas by the end of the day on Monday, May 19, 2025. Stakeholder consultations have confirmed that there is ample space within designated markets to accommodate traders affected by the operation.
In addition to the decongestion exercise, the AMA plans to introduce a 24-hour city operation model as part of its urban renewal strategy. This initiative will involve a dedicated clean-up and security task force to enhance sanitation and promote safe night-time commercial activities in the city.
The public is urged to support the exercise and cooperate with authorities to restore order and dignity to the city. The AMA emphasizes the importance of community involvement in maintaining a clean and safe urban environment for all residents.
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