The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture has announced the temporary closure of Independence Square and its environs.
The closure takes effect from midnight on December 31, 2024, and will remain in place until January 8, 2025, in preparation for the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect John Dramani Mahama.
This was announced in a statement issued by the Deputy Minister, Mark Okraku Mantey.
The statement explained that, the facilities will be cordoned off by National Security to facilitate arrangements for the inauguration ceremony.
The Ministry has therefore urged the public and tourists to take note of the closure and comply with the directive.
Read the full statement below
