Men Are Sometimes Masters Of Their Fate
Men Are Sometimes Masters Of Their Fate observed that sand winning occurred on the Weija hills, directly opposite the dam that produces millions of gallons of water for inhabitants. All greenery was stripped, and the land was left bare, with buildings of pure concrete subsequently appearing. Salaried MMDA staff and other Government officials were appointed to ensure the right thing was done, but no one takes responsibility.
The Akuapim hills bordering the Greater Accra Region are being "stripped naked" with concrete. The Assembly sat aloof while a portion of the University of Ghana "wetland" on the Toyota Ghana Motors stretch was filled with stones to the brim, causing the entire stretch to flood and damage properties. An MCE in the Greater Accra Region complained bitterly of frustration from "directives" from the Jubilee House to halt some demolitions being carried out in the public interest and safety. The Kufuor administration created a Ministry - Tourism & Modernization of the Capital City - to modernize Accra and tackle problems.
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