The Awutu and Budumburam Traditional Councils in the Central Region have raised issues regarding the lack of compensation for residents whose homes were demolished to make way for the dualisation of the Kasoa-Winneba section of the Accra – Cape Coast Highway.
This initiative, led by the Ministry of Roads and Highways, aims to alleviate heavy traffic and reduce accidents on this route by expanding it into a dual-carriageway.
However, the traditional leaders are unhappy with the government’s delay in compensating affected residents, which has brought significant challenges upon them.
These concerns were raised during a visit to the site by members of the Minority Caucus on Parliament’s Roads and Transport Committee.
Kwame Banfo Dzaasehene, speaking on behalf of the Traditional Councils, appealed to the government to address the hardships faced by those affected promptly.
“People have not been compensated for their demolished buildings causing significant distress. It is unfair that no compensation has been provided. I am glad you visited us to assess the situation firsthand.
“Homes have been affected by the dualisation project, yet no money has been paid to those impacted. What are we to do? We urge the government to pay attention to this matter and provide the necessary compensation.”
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