AMA issues final warning to mechanics to vacate Dadeban Loop in North Industrial Area ahead of road construction

Accra Mayor Michael Kpakpo Allotey has directed mechanics to remove vehicles parked along Dadeban Loop by November 2, warning that those who fail to comply risk having their vehicles towed as construction works prepare to begin.

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has issued a final warning to mechanics operating at Dadeban Loop in the North Industrial Area to vacate portions of the road earmarked for construction.

The directive was issued by the Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, during a working visit to the area on October 26, 2026, when he met six leaders of the mechanic workshop to discuss the continued occupation of the road.

The affected stretch is located near Winners Chapel, where vehicles parked along the road have been identified as potential obstacles to the planned construction works.

Mr Allotey directed the mechanics to remove all vehicles from the affected stretch by Monday, November 2, stressing that the deadline was final and would not be extended.

According to the Assembly, the road project forms part of the government’s infrastructure development agenda under President John Dramani Mahama’s Reset Ghana Agenda, which seeks to improve road networks, accessibility and economic activity.

Financial assistance provided for relocation

The Mayor said the affected mechanics had already been engaged by the Assembly and provided with financial assistance to facilitate the relocation of their vehicles.

He explained that the support was intended to help the operators move their vehicles with minimal disruption to their businesses while allowing construction to proceed without obstruction.

During the engagement, the workshop operators acknowledged receiving the financial assistance and indicated that arrangements had been made to enable them to clear the road.

Mr Allotey maintained that although mechanics and other artisans make important contributions to the local economy, their activities should not obstruct public roads or restrict the movement of motorists and pedestrians.

Mechanics on other streets also warned

The Mayor extended the warning to mechanics operating along First Close and Ninth Street, near Eden Garden Hotel, directing them to vacate the streets.

He cautioned that vehicles belonging to operators who fail to comply with the directive would be towed away by the AMA.

The Assembly says clearing the affected roads is necessary to prevent delays to construction and improve access to businesses and industrial facilities in the area.

Road project expected to improve access

The planned construction of Dadeban Loop is expected to improve vehicular movement and address road infrastructure challenges within the North Industrial Area.

The AMA has urged the affected operators to cooperate with the directive, noting that improved road access would benefit businesses, motorists, pedestrians and residents.

The enforcement exercise forms part of the Assembly’s efforts to ensure that public roads remain accessible while infrastructure projects are undertaken across the capital