Mahama vows to demolish illegal structures blocking waterways and wetlands

President John Dramani Mahama has issued a strong warning against the illegal construction of buildings in waterways and protected lands, vowing to take decisive action to curb the annual flooding crisis in Ghana.

Speaking at the 2025 National Eid-ul-Fitr celebration at Black Star Square, the President condemned the growing trend of land encroachment, which has led to devastating floods and property damage.

“I must address a deeply troubling issue—the illegal construction of buildings in waterways, causing flooding and extensive destruction of property,” Mahama stated.

With the rainy season approaching, he noted that flooding had already begun in some areas because rivers and drainage paths had been blocked by unauthorized developments.

The President particularly criticized private developers who collude with some chiefs to convert protected Ramsar sites into built-up zones, calling their actions reckless and dangerous.

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“Let me be clear, this must stop. Those structures will be pulled down, and we will not allow a few selfish individuals to endanger the lives and livelihoods of countless others,” Mahama warned.

President Mahama assured Ghanaians that his government would take firm action against those flouting urban planning regulations. He emphasized that demolition exercises would be carried out without exception and that violators would be held accountable.

“The law will be enforced, and those who flout it will face the consequences,” he declared.

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