Public Accounts Committee calls for closure of livestock market at Kanda
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has called on Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, to take immediate steps to either shut down or relocate the growing livestock market operating at Kanda near the National Mosque. The Committee says the increasing trade in cattle, goats and other animals in the area is raising concerns over sanitation, congestion and the orderly development of the capital. According to members of the Committee, the market has expanded significantly over the years and is gradually affecting the image and planning of Accra.
Davis Opoku Ansah, Vice Chairman of the Committee and Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, described the situation as worrying and criticised authorities for allowing the business to grow unchecked. He stated, "It looks like the place has been turned into a cow-selling centre. In fact, this week, when I passed there, I saw them selling camels." Mr. Opoku Ansah noted that the activity started on a smaller scale but has rapidly expanded in recent years. He said, "First, it was about six cows; now, when you go there, you see over 100 cows. They sell goat, cow, and now camels."
The Committee is urging city authorities and the regional administration to act swiftly to restore order and protect the capital's urban development plans.
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Parliament's Public Accounts Committee is concerned about a growing livestock market in the heart of Accra. The Committee is calling on the Greater Accra Regional Minister to take action - but what could this mean for the capital?
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