Accra Mayor's Eviction Notice Sparks Land Ownership Dispute

Accra Mayor Orders Mechanic to Vacate Cemetery Land Accra, Ghana – A dispute over land ownership has unfolded at the Awudome Cemetery in Accra. Accra's mayor has issued a two-week eviction notice to a mechanic who claims to have legally purchased the land from an official within the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA). City authorities, however, maintain that the land is not for sale and must be returned to the cemetery. The mechanic, whose name has not been released, presented documentation to support his claim of legal purchase. "I have all the necessary papers to prove my ownership," he stated. The mayor, in response, stated that, "Regardless of any documents presented, this land is part of the cemetery and is not for sale. The mechanic must vacate the premises within two weeks." The incident highlights concerns about land administration and potential corruption within the AMA. The video footage shows the mayor and AMA officials on-site, speaking with the mechanic and assessing the situation. The outcome of this dispute remains to be seen, but it raises important questions about land ownership and accountability in Accra.