The Greater Accra Regional Security Council (REGSEC) is set to begin another phase of demolitions next week, targeting structures built on waterways at Laboma and Agbogbloshie.
The exercise forms part of ongoing efforts to reduce the risk of flooding in Accra following the devastating floods recorded in parts of the capital on June 29.
The planned demolitions come after recent clean-up exercises, desilting of drains and the removal of some structures identified as obstructing waterways.
Speaking after a monitoring visit to selected Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Ocloo said the government remains committed to reclaiming waterways and restoring buffer zones across the region.
She explained that several structures at the affected locations would have to be removed to create adequate space for waterways and improve drainage.
“We have noticed that a lot of the buildings must come down and so we will do a major demolition over there, hopefully next week. We want to create the buffer like we said. We can see that the refuse was caused by the squatters over there. Once we clear the place, we wouldn’t have issues there,” she said.
The Minister also stressed the need for strict enforcement of planning regulations, particularly in areas where human activities and illegal structures obstruct natural waterways.
The latest exercise is expected to form part of broader measures by the authorities to improve drainage systems, clear flood-prone areas and prevent a recurrence of the severe flooding that affected communities across Accra.
