In a sudden and forceful operation, the Ablekuma North Municipal Assembly razed numerous shops to the ground in Kwashiman Been-To, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair.
Shop owners, many of whom had invested their life savings into their businesses, now find themselves grappling with the harsh reality of substantial financial losses and uncertain futures.
The municipal assembly justifies its actions by citing safety concerns, particularly the illegal construction of the shops beneath high-tension cables.
According to officials, the presence of these shops posed a significant risk of potential accidents, prompting the decisive action to prevent future tragedies.
Residents of Kwashiman Been-To expressed shock and disbelief at the sudden demolition, lamenting the lack of prior notice or opportunity to address the situation amicably. For many shop owners, the loss of their businesses represents not only a financial setback but also a profound disruption to their lives and livelihoods.
In the aftermath of the demolition, tensions run high as affected individuals grapple with feelings of anger, frustration, and uncertainty about what lies ahead. Questions arise about the role of the municipal assembly in safeguarding the interests of its constituents while balancing the need for public safety and development.
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Over 40 shop owners in Kwashiman Been-To, Accra are grappling with substantial losses after their shops were demolished at dawn today by the Ablekuma North Municipal Assembly.
The assembly maintains that the demolition was necessary to prevent potential accidents, citing the… pic.twitter.com/t6z1ufreSO
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