Accra Traders Fight Back Against Eviction Amidst Land Sale Scandal

Accra Traders Clash with AMA Over Land Sale Allegations Traders at Accra's Nkrumah Circle are embroiled in a heated dispute with the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) following allegations that AMA officials sold a portion of their trading land to a Nigerian businessman. The incident, which took place last week, escalated into a physical altercation that quickly spread across social media. "They came to evict us, but we fought back," said one trader, visibly upset. "We won't let them take our livelihoods." The traders claim that AMA officials colluded with the Nigerian businessman to seize their trading spaces. The video shows the traders' makeshift stalls and the tension in the area. The traders are now demanding an investigation into the land sale and vow to resist any further attempts to evict them. The AMA has yet to respond to the allegations. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by informal traders in Accra, who often operate in precarious conditions with limited legal protection. The situation underscores the need for transparent and equitable land management practices in the city.