{
  "id": 12361729,
  "title": "Agbodza assures Osu residents of heritage protection in coastal road project",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/agbodza-assures-osu-residents-of-heritage-protection-in-coastal-road",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T11:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/agbodza-assures-osu-residents-of-heritage-protection-in-coastal-road-project/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana's Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has assured Osu residents that they will not be forced to demolish buildings to make way for the proposed Tema-Winneba coastal road. Speaking at the 2026 World Architecture Day celebration, Agbodza revealed that the government is collaborating with architects and other specialists to devise a solution that would enhance traffic flow while safeguarding historically significant structures. The event, themed “Housing is a Human Right. Build It,” underscored the importance of community, livelihoods, and heritage preservation in road projects. The Minister emphasized that roads should be seen as projects that affect communities and livelihoods. He explained that the 500-meter Osu stretch poses a significant challenge due to potential building demolitions. The government has engaged professionals, including architect Deban, to find a suitable solution. Agbodza acknowledged the public's concerns and assured residents that the project would not involve indiscriminate demolition.",
  "summary": "Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has assured residents and property owners in Osu that the government will not indiscriminately demolish buildings to facilitate the proposed Tema-Winneba coastal road project. He said government is working with architects and other professionals to find a solution that will improve traffic flow in the area while […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}