The Kpone Okpokli Youth Association, joined by residents of Kpone in the Kpone-Katamanso Municipality of the Greater Accra Region, staged a protest dubbed “Enough is Enough” to draw the government’s attention to pressing developmental challenges plaguing their community. Clad in red and black attire, the demonstrators marched through the main streets of Kpone, their chants and placards echoing their frustrations over dilapidated roads, unreliable water supply, and unresolved land disputes. The protest underscored the community’s growing impatience with unfulfilled promises from successive governments and sought to compel TDC Ghana Limited to address long-standing land issues impacting residents.
The deplorable condition of the roads within Kpone emerged as a central grievance. Protesters lamented the adverse impact on economic activities, citing frequent accidents and transportation difficulties as direct consequences of the neglected infrastructure. They expressed their deep disappointment with the lack of concrete action from past governments despite repeated assurances to address the issue promptly. The “Enough is Enough” campaign highlighted the community’s determination to hold authorities accountable for their inaction and ensure that the much-needed road improvements are finally implemented.
The inadequacy of water supply further fueled the residents’ discontent. The demonstrators emphasized the precarious situation faced by many families forced to rely on unsafe water sources due to inconsistent supply, posing significant health risks. This critical issue underscored the urgency of government intervention to ensure access to clean and reliable water for all residents, a fundamental necessity for a healthy and thriving community. The protest served as a stark reminder of the government’s responsibility to safeguard the well-being of its citizens.
Exacerbating the community’s challenges are the ongoing land boundary disputes within the municipality. The protestors highlighted the tension and disruption these disputes have caused, jeopardizing peaceful coexistence among residents. They called for decisive action to resolve these land issues, emphasizing the importance of clear boundaries and fair resolution mechanisms to prevent further conflict and foster harmony within the community.
Mr. Emmanuel Clifford Nuertey Doku Anum, the leader of the protest and chairman of the Kpone Okpokli Youth Association, formally presented a petition to the Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Assembly, urging immediate government action on the community’s concerns. In his address to the media, he emphasized the urgency of addressing these issues to prevent further escalation of protests in the coming weeks. He reiterated the community’s past engagements with previous governments and their unfulfilled promises, underscoring the protestors’ resolve to continue their demonstrations until tangible solutions are implemented.
Mr. Ibrahim Ali Amadu, the Coordinating Director of the Kpone Municipal Assembly, received the petition on behalf of the assembly and commended the protestors for their peaceful approach in voicing their concerns. He assured the community leaders and the demonstrators that their grievances would be promptly forwarded to the government for appropriate action. Mr. Amadu acknowledged the assembly’s awareness of the residents’ challenges and reaffirmed their commitment to expediting the process of bringing these issues to the government’s attention. His response offered a glimmer of hope for the residents, acknowledging their legitimate concerns and promising to advocate for their resolution. However, the true test will lie in the government’s subsequent actions and the tangible improvements delivered to the Kpone community.
