The Ga Traditional Council has called on all residents and business owners to actively participate in the Homowo cleanup exercise, which begins today, July 2, 2024.
The initiative will be led by the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II.
Speaking on Adom TV’s Big Agenda, Nii Kojo Nseni Mankata, head of the Asafoaste and sanitation taskforce, emphasized the importance of compliance.
He issued a stern warning to shop owners, stating that non-participation will result in penalties.
“When we get to any shop, we will ask for the owner to be sure he or she is part of the exercise, and if it turns out the person is not involved, she or he will not have it easy,” Nii Mankata warned.
Nii Mankata urged all traders and shop owners to adhere to directives, ensuring their shops remain closed until the cleanup concludes.
He highlighted that the Ga Mantse’s recent tour of Accra revealed significant levels of filth, prompting the initiation of this exercise.
“If the Ga Mantse is stepping out to take part in the clean-up, who are you to stay home and expect the great king to clean for you?” he questioned.
The month-long campaign, themed “Let’s Keep Accra Clean,” aims to promote effective waste management practices, enhance environmental hygiene, and foster a sense of community ownership and responsibility.
This initiative is a collaborative effort between the Ga Traditional Council (GTC) and various government agencies, targeting all 25 local government authorities within the Greater Accra Region.
Throughout the campaign, activities will include household registration for organized waste collection services, education on effective waste management techniques, and strict enforcement of by-laws to ensure compliance.
The Ga Mantse emphasized that the initiative is non-political and that maintaining environmental cleanliness is a collective responsibility for all residents, irrespective of political affiliations.