The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has directed occupants along the Santasi–Ahodwo stretch to vacate the area by October 30, 2025, to pave the way for the construction of a new dual-carriage road.

The assembly says the directive has become necessary after the government secured a grant from the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to construct a dual road linking the Santasi–Ahodwo roundabout to the Asokwa Interchange.

The affected include traders, mechanics, taxi operators, car dealers, squatters, and owners of temporary structures on the road.

In a press statement, the KMA emphasized that the evacuation is mandatory for all concerned individuals, urging them to comply accordingly.

“All affected persons are required to vacate the area no later than October 30, 2025, to make way for the commencement of a major road construction project,” it stated.

The Assembly also warned of forceful evictions if the affected occupants fail to duly follow the directive.

“Effective November 1, 2025, the KMA will undertake a forced eviction of any individual, businesses, or structures still occupying the designated stretch, to ensure the smooth execution of the project,” the statement added.

KMA urged full cooperation from the public to ensure the timely completion of the road, which is expected to ease traffic congestion in the city.

The affected persons have been asked to contact the assembly for clarification and needed support for the evacuation.