The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has issued a directive for the removal of all temporary structures, signages, and trading activities along the stretch from Santasi Roundabout to Ahodwo Roundabout.
The directive seeks to pave the way for the construction of a dual carriage road on that stretch linking the Asokwa Interchange.
In a public announcement issued by the Assembly and copied to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the Assembly said all temporary structures, including wooden and metallic kiosks or shops situated around the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, must be removed within 21 days from the date of the announcement.
Similarly, all signages and billboards mounted along the Santasi–Ahodwo road corridor are to be taken down by November 30, 2025.
The KMA also reminded artisans, mechanics, squatters, taxi drivers, and other traders operating around the Santasi Roundabout Taxi Station towards the TUC area to vacate the location by October 30, 2025, in compliance with an earlier evacuation notice issued on September 24, 2025.
According to the Assembly, the directive formed part of preparatory measures for the commencement of the Government of Ghana’s dual carriage road project being undertaken in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
“The Assembly wishes to remind the public that these directives have become necessary following the Government of Ghana’s partnership with JICA for the construction of a dual carriage from Santasi Roundabout to Ahodwo Roundabout linking the Asokwa Interchange,” the statement emphasised.
The KMA appealed to all affected individuals and businesses to fully cooperate with the directives to ensure the smooth execution of the project, which is expected to significantly improve traffic flow and enhance urban mobility within the Kumasi metropolis.
It assured the public of continued engagement and support to minimise any inconvenience that may arise during the project implementation.
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