Ghanaian Prayer Ministry Faces Demolition After NADMO Ultimatum

Sakumono Ramsar Site Eviction: Gilgal Prayer Ministry Building Partially Demolished The front section of the Gilgal Prayer Ministry building at the Sakumono Ramsar site in Accra, Ghana, was demolished on May 28, 2025. This action follows a one-week eviction ultimatum issued by the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO). The demolition is part of a larger effort to clear the Ramsar site of unauthorized structures. Eyewitnesses reported that the demolition was carried out swiftly and efficiently. One observer stated, "It was over quickly. They came in, and within an hour, the front was gone." Another added, "We're worried about what will happen to the rest of the building and the people who worship here." The Sakumono Ramsar site is a protected wetland area, and the construction of the prayer ministry building was deemed to be in violation of environmental regulations. NADMO's actions are intended to enforce these regulations and protect the sensitive ecosystem. The full eviction of the remaining structure is expected in the coming days. The incident raises questions about the balance between religious freedoms and environmental protection in Ghana. Further investigations are needed to fully understand the situation and its implications.