Turf war in Tema as TMA allegedly halts TDC-led government housing project
A turf war is brewing in Tema between the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) and the TDC Ghana Limited over the execution of a major government housing project in the metropolis.
Tema's municipality and TDC Ghana Limited are clashing over a significant government housing initiative in the city. On August 12, the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) reportedly halted and demolished sections of the project at Site 3 in Community One. This move came after the Assembly directed TDC Ghana Limited to cease construction and obtain necessary permits.
In an August 10 letter and accompanying notice, the TMA accused TDC Ghana Limited of building on public land, citing several laws and the Assembly's by-laws. They gave TDC Ghana Limited seven days to stop work and present all required permits. The company countered that their relationship followed established procedures. However, the TMA proceeded to halt construction early Wednesday morning, halting the project.
The project, a government initiative being carried out by TDC Ghana Limited at Community One, Site 3, Lots 1 and 2, involves the construction of shops and offices. The assembly's intervention has halted work on the project, leaving its future uncertain.
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