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Gbintiri residents protest alleged diversion of 24-hour market project
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Key Points
- Residents of Gbintri in Ghana's North East Region are protesting the alleged politically motivated diversion of a 24-hour economy market project.
- The project was reportedly redirected from Gbintiri, the municipal's busiest trading hub, to Langbinsi and Sakogu, the respective hometowns of the North East Regional Minister and the East Mamprusi Municipal Chief Executive.
- Protesters, including youth groups and traditional leaders, argue the decision defies logic, undermines fairness, transparency, and sound economic planning, and defeats the policy's objective of boosting trade and job creation.
- They accuse the officials of exploiting their positions to favor their hometowns at the expense of broader regional development and betraying campaign promises of inclusive governance and equitable development.
- Demands include an immediate review of the decision, full disclosure of site selection criteria, publication of feasibility studies, and inclusive stakeholder consultations, with protesters vowing sustained action.
Why This Matters
This incident highlights critical issues of governance, transparency, and accountability in Ghana's local administration, directly impacting public trust in government officials and the equitable distribution of development projects. It also raises questions about the effective implementation of national economic policies, like the 24-hour economy, and their potential for fostering genuine regional growth and stability across the country.
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