The Secretary General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), Abraham Koomson, has criticised the demolition of homes, structures, and containers in Tema.

Hw warned that the exercise risks damaging the government’s image.

Speaking on Ahotor FM’s Yepe Ahunu show on Saturday, December 6, 2025, Koomson said the TDC demolitions were troubling as some affected structures had valid TMA permits.

“If you look at the structures they are demolishing, some have TMA permit numbers. So if TDC and TMA are not working together to approve locations for these containers, then what are they doing? They are only creating problems for the government because you can’t go around demolishing people’s structures,” he said.

Koomson urged the two institutions to harmonize their processes for issuing permits, stressing that, both act on behalf of the government and must present a united front.

He further advised authorities to redirect their attention from demolishing properties to addressing more pressing issues in the municipality, such as malfunctioning traffic lights.

GFL calls for humane approach to Tema demolition exercise

The demolitions in Tema are part of a broader campaign by both the TDC and TMA to clear unauthorized structures from public lands.

In October 2025, the TMA launched a demolition exercise targeting kiosks, makeshift shops, and illegal developments near schools, hospitals, and government installations, citing security concerns and the need to protect state lands.

However, residents and local leaders have repeatedly challenged the manner in which these demolitions are carried out.

In December 2025, residents of Tema Community One Site Three protested against TDC’s task force, accusing it of indiscriminately marking properties with “Remove now by TDC” notices without prior engagement or adequate notice.

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