On Wednesday, May 21, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) taskforce resumed its decongestion initiative at the bustling Circle Neoplan Station, as part of its sustained efforts to alleviate congestion in the capital.
This operation, which marked the second day of the decongestion campaign, concentrated on the removal of unauthorized structures, the clearance of street vendors, and the enforcement of sanitation and traffic regulations in the vicinity.
Officials stated that the objective of this exercise is to restore order, enhance both pedestrian and vehicular flow, and ensure adherence to city planning regulations.
The campaign commenced on Tuesday, May 20, with the first day focusing on areas surrounding the AMA Head Office, including Kinbu Road to Railways, ECG Junction to the King Tackie Tawiah Statue, and Opera Square to Adabraka—identified as key locations for street vending and traffic congestion.
Authorities have called on traders and commuters to fully cooperate with the task force to prevent any confrontations. The AMA has reiterated its dedication to continuing this initiative, with the aim of making Accra cleaner, safer, and more accessible for all its residents.
In a related announcement, the Mayor of Accra, Michael Allotey, revealed that items confiscated during the decongestion operation in the Central Business District would be donated to the Ghana Prisons Service.
He further clarified that, unlike in the past when the AMA auctioned off seized items, this practice will no longer take place.
