Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Akuapem South, Mr Frank Aidoo, has vehemently refuted accusations of his involvement in the theft of railway tracks within the municipality.
Recent events saw residents of the Pakro community intercepting a truck carrying stolen railway tracks, which were subsequently offloaded in the middle of the community.
This action followed a meeting between the MCE and the community, where residents were urged to remain vigilant to combat the issue of railway track theft.
In response to these developments, Mr Frank Aidoo took proactive measures by writing a letter dated January 15, 2024, to the Ministry of Railway Development, urging urgent action to halt the looting of railway tracks.
Additionally, he notified the Eastern Regional Minister, local police, and Eastern Regional Police Command to investigate and apprehend the perpetrators.
These actions directly contradict recent publications that falsely accused the MCE of involvement in cutting and selling railway metals to scrap dealers. Mr Frank Aidoo clarified that these allegations were baseless and aimed at tarnishing his reputation, particularly in light of the upcoming parliamentary primary in Akuapem South, where he is a contestant.
Railway track theft remains a nationwide concern, with various regions, including parts of the Eastern Region, witnessing an increase in such incidents. Despite this, the Railways Authority has faced criticism for its lack of decisive action against perpetrators.