Accra REGSEC Demolishes Structures at Sakumo Ramsar Site

Accra REGSEC Demolishes Sakumo Ramsar Site Structures: Residents Displaced The Greater Accra Regional Security Council (REGSEC) launched a demolition operation at the Sakumo Ramsar Site in Accra, Ghana, on May 27, 2025. The operation targeted structures built illegally along waterways, displacing several residents. The demolition is part of a larger effort to protect the environmentally sensitive Ramsar Site, an internationally designated wetland of importance. Channel One TV's live report captured the scene, showing workers using tools to tear down walls and other structures. Reporter Fred Duhoe, present at the site, stated, "Men are at work breaking down structures, largely fence walls, that were erected over the period on this Ramsar site." The video shows the scale of the demolition and the impact it has on the surrounding area. REGSEC's actions have sparked controversy. While some support the effort to protect the Ramsar Site, others criticize the lack of prior notice and the displacement of residents. The Mayor of Accra is expected to address the press on the matter. The demolition highlights the ongoing tension between development and environmental protection in Accra. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable urban planning and the need to balance development with environmental conservation.