Accra’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has warned traders in the Central Business District to adhere to the Assembly’s red line policy and maintain proper hygiene. The mayor’s warning comes amid rising public health concerns, including the threat of monkeypox. Mr. Allotey emphasized that the traders’ safety is at risk if they don’t comply.
During a tour of the metropolis, Mr. Allotey cautioned traders against selling on road shoulders and obstructing vehicular movement. He expressed his displeasure at the unsanitary conditions created by some traders and urged them to clean their trading areas immediately after generating waste. Michael Kpakpo Allotey stressed that traders’ cooperation is essential to restoring order and improving public safety.
Mr. Allotey emphasized that his intention is not to oppress traders but to protect lives and restore order. He assured traders that the Assembly is committed to reintroducing the red line policy to guide traders on where they can lawfully operate. Mr. Kpakpo Allotey warned that sensitization would soon be over, and traders who fail to comply would face consequences, including seizure of their items.
He called on traders to cooperate, make space, and support the city’s quest to restore order and improve public safety. He assured them that the pavement and streets have not been sold to any individual, warning against unauthorized occupation. Mr. Allotey reiterated the Assembly’s commitment to fairness and dialogue, stating that his administration is working to ensure a safe and orderly environment for all.
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