Mahama should clarify whether he knew about Polo Beach demolition order – Freddie Blay

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairman Freddie Blay has urged President John Mahama to confirm whether he was aware of the directive that led to the demolition of the Polo Beach Club at La Beach in Accra. Blay described the demolition as an unfortunate decision and called on Mahama to shoulder responsibility if he had knowledge of the order.

The President's decision, Blay argued, resulted in significant financial losses to the state, and those who authorized the exercise should be held accountable. The demolition cost around $10 million, and Blay emphasized that the Polo Beach Club was a recreational facility frequented by Ghanaians from all political backgrounds, not just the NPP or the New Patriotic Party.

Blay further alleged that the demolition took place without giving residents ample time to collect their belongings, attributing the action to Richard Jakpa. He also highlighted the area's growth into a thriving tourism hub and a significant contributor to Ghana's hospitality industry, stating that the decision could hinder the sector's development and be a disservice to the country.