The Greater Accra Regional Security Council (REGSEC), in collaboration with the Tema West Municipal Assembly, has commenced a three-day demolition exercise to remove unauthorized structures from the Golf Course enclave of the Sakumo Ramsar Site.
The operation, which began on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, is expected to conclude on Thursday, May 7. Authorities are targeting encroachments that obstruct natural waterways in this ecologically sensitive Ramsar-protected wetland.
Sakumo Ramsar Site Demolition: REGSEC Clears Illegal Structures at Golf Course Area [VIDEO]
🔥🚨JUST IN: Watch the moment an almost fully furnished house is torn down during the ongoing demolition exercise at the Sakumo wetlands near the Celebrity Golf Course. 🚧🏠 pic.twitter.com/qco7BkfuYV
— Prince Jidulah (@PrinceJidulah) May 5, 2026
🔥🚨JUST IN: Watch the moment an almost fully furnished house is torn down during the ongoing demolition exercise at the Sakumo wetlands near the Celebrity Golf Course. 🚧🏠 pic.twitter.com/qco7BkfuYV
— Prince Jidulah (@PrinceJidulah) May 5, 2026
Why Sakumo Ramsar Site Demolition is Critical for Flood Control in Tema
Officials, including Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Akweley Ocloo, emphasize that the demolition aims to restore natural watercourses, improve drainage, and reduce flooding risks as the rainy season approaches.
Many of the structures were allegedly built following permits issued under the previous administration, raising questions about enforcement of environmental protection laws in protected zones
This coordinated operation forms part of broader efforts to safeguard Ghana’s wetlands and prevent further environmental degradation at the Sakumo Ramsar Site. Residents and environmental advocates have welcomed the move, hoping it will set a precedent for stronger protection of Ramsar sites against illegal developments. The exercise highlights ongoing challenges in balancing urban expansion with conservation needs in Greater Accra.
By clearing the Golf Course area, authorities expect to reopen blocked channels and allow the Sakumo wetland to function effectively as a natural flood buffer. The demolition sends a strong message about compliance with land-use regulations in sensitive ecological zones. Stakeholders are monitoring the exercise closely as similar actions may extend to other encroached areas in the region.
**Tags:** Sakumo Ramsar Site, Golf Course Demolition, REGSEC Ghana, Tema West Assembly
