Adum-Banso Leaders and Traders Seek New Contractor for Delayed 24-Hour Market Project

Traders and traditional leaders in Adum-Banso, located within the Mpohor Fiase District, are mounting pressure on the government to terminate its contract with Micardor Construction. The demand follows a complete lack of progress on the construction of a proposed 24-hour market, a project that has failed to see any physical activity more than five months after its official launch. The stalled development has left the community frustrated, as the promised modernization of their local commercial hub remains at a standstill with no clear timeline for commencement.

The delay has had a direct impact on the livelihoods of local traders, who are currently forced to operate under precarious conditions in the town's old market. Without the new facility, vendors are selling their goods in the open, exposing them to harsh weather conditions and significant health risks. These environment-related challenges have led to mounting economic losses for the traders, who argue that the contractor's inactivity is undermining the local economy and their personal well-being. The community maintains that the current infrastructure is no longer fit for purpose and poses a safety hazard to both sellers and buyers.

Prominent local figures and technical stakeholders have now joined the call for immediate government intervention. Nana Kwandoh Brempong III, the Chief of Adum-Banso, has expressed grave concern over the situation, urging the central government to replace the current contractor to prevent further delays that stifle the district's growth. Supporting this position, the project’s consultant, Devpro 360 Engineering Works, is reportedly seeking a formal replacement for Micardor Construction. Additionally, the District Chief Executive (DCE), Sophia Aubyn, has confirmed she is engaging with central government authorities to resolve the impasse and ensure the 24-hour market is finally delivered to the people of Adum-Banso.