Greater Accra Regional Minister Stops Building Of Structure At Legon Overpass

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has ordered the immediate suspension of construction works on a structure being erected near the East Legon Police Station overpass, citing concerns over public safety and violations of spatial planning regulations.

The directive followed an unannounced site inspection conducted by the Regional Minister earlier on Monday, accompanied by a technical team.

According to her, the structure, though reportedly backed by a permit, poses serious concerns due to its location and possible encroachment on the right-of-way, with the potential to obstruct critical public infrastructure.

Speaking after the inspection, Madam Ocloo disclosed that workers at the site claimed the project had received the necessary approval.

However, she said preliminary assessments raised red flags about the legitimacy of the permit and the suitability of the location for such a development.

As part of immediate measures, the Minister ordered a complete cessation of all construction activities at the site. She further directed the developers to dismantle any existing framework and remove all construction materials from the area without delay.

In addition, the Regional Minister has formally engaged the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the relevant Metropolitan, Municipal or District Assembly to begin processes to reverse and revoke any permit that may have been issued for the project at that location.

Madam Ocloo reaffirmed the commitment of the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council to ensuring orderly and lawful development across the capital. She stressed that developments that compromise public safety or sidestep established planning regulations will not be tolerated.

“The sanctity of our public spaces must be preserved,” she noted, urging full cooperation from developers and other stakeholders as authorities enforce planning and safety standards in the region.

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