Ayawaso West MCE clarifies alleged demands for payment from landowners for eviction of squatters
The Ayawaso West Municipal Chief Executive(MCE), Michael Mensah, says the Assembly cannot simply evict squatters from land they have occupied for a prolonged period without first engaging them and addressing their rights. Reacting to reports of alleged charges for the eviction of squatters on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr Mensah said the Assembly itself does […]
Ayawaso West Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Michael Mensah, has clarified reports that his administration is demanding payment from landowners for evicting squatters. According to Mr. Mensah, the Assembly does not charge for eviction. He explained that the law requires compensation when people have occupied land for over 12 years, but otherwise, eviction does not involve financial demands from landowners.
Mr. Mensah emphasized that dialogue is necessary before eviction, adding that the Assembly cannot unilaterally remove squatters.
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