Laboma demolition: Residents fear loss of livelihoods, jobs
Some residents and business operators at Laboma Beach in Accra have expressed disappointment and frustration over the ongoing demolition of structures in the area. The affected residents say the exercise could render about 600 people jobless, with some questioning how they will recover investments made in their businesses. One resident, who said she had secured […]
Residents and business owners at Laboma Beach in Accra are expressing disappointment and concern over the ongoing demolition of structures in the area. The residents argue that the demolition could leave approximately 600 people without jobs, leaving them to question how they will recover their investments. One resident, who had secured a loan to launch her business, expressed anger at the government's actions.
"I have worked hard to secure a loan for my business, only for the government to come in and demolish it. How will I pay back the loan?" she questioned.
The demolition is conducted by soldiers from the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces, as part of a mission to eliminate illegal structures and obstructions along the estuary and coastline. This action followed a 21-day notice given by the Greater Accra Regional Security Council on August 7, 2026, urging residents and businesses within the designated buffer zone to move out.
Several structures in the Laboma enclave, including the popular Pink Flamingo lounge, are reportedly within the protected zone of the lagoon.
The exercise is part of a larger campaign by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council and other state agencies to reclaim waterways, remove unauthorized structures, and enhance flood resilience across the region. Despite authorities' claim that the demolition is necessary to safeguard the lagoon's buffer zone, affected residents are worried about the economic fallout.
They fear that the destruction of their businesses could lead to significant job losses and exacerbate financial hardships for those reliant on the area for their income. Authorities plan to continue the demolition efforts at Laboma Beach, as they strive to restore and protect the lagoon and coastline buffer zones.
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