The Interim Market Manager at the 31st December Makola Market (A&B), Ebenezer Bekoe, has announced a possible demonstration by traders if plans by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) to relocate them from the market proceeds without proper consultation and alternative trading spaces.

According to him, the intended relocation exercise has created fear and uncertainty among traders and workers who depend on the market for their daily livelihood.

Speaking ahead of the planned protest, Bekoe said the traders feel threatened by the arrangement, insisting that many of them have invested heavily in their businesses and rely entirely on daily sales to support their families, pay school fees, rent, and meet other financial obligations.

Government targets 70% 5G coverage by 2027

He warned that any forced relocation without proper measures in place could severely disrupt businesses and worsen the economic hardship already facing many traders.

Bekoe disclosed that traders are expected to march to the Jubilee House on Friday, May 15, to petition President John Dramani Mahama over the matter.

“We are going to take a very drastic action. Our placards are ready, and we are moving. We are sending a petition to the Presidency. We have already sent letters to the Jubilee House, and the police have given us a permit, and we are going to move in our numbers,” he stated.

According to him, preparations for the demonstration have already been completed, with traders mobilising in their numbers for the procession to the seat of government.

“It wouldn’t be less than 100 because that is the number we gave to the police but I can assure you that the numbers will be more than what we even envisaged,” he added.

SO/AE

Africa no longer on the sidelines of global finance - BoG Governor