His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse and Overlord of the Ga State, has called on residents of Accra to uphold the city’s dignity through collective commitment to cleanliness.

The Ga Mantse made the call during the maiden National Sanitation Day cleanup exercise held in Accra, which saw the participation of government officials, traditional authorities, and citizens.

> “As the father and overlord of Accra, it is my duty to ensure that the city remains clean,” the Ga Mantse said. “Cleanliness brings prosperity and good health to our people.”

He commended the collaboration between the Ministry of Local Government, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly, and traditional leadership, describing it as a necessary partnership to sustain environmental discipline.

The Ga Mantse urged residents to take ownership of their environment and make cleanliness a way of life rather than a one-day event.

Source: Darling Maame Efua Cann
MLGCRA Public Relations Unit

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has announced that government will construct ultramodern markets nationwide under the 24-Hour Economy Programme to enhance hygiene and improve livelihoods.

Speaking during the maiden National Sanitation Day cleanup exercise in Accra, the Minister said markets are critical to public health and community welfare, hence the need to ensure they remain clean, safe, and sanitary.

> “Where we eat is the market,” he said. “It is therefore important that our markets remain clean and safe. These new markets will promote hygienic conditions for the good of our people — not only in the Ga State but across all communities in Ghana.”

He noted that the 24-Hour Economy Programme provides the framework for continuous productivity, including efficient sanitation management, modern waste systems, and the creation of sustainable jobs.

The Minister reiterated that maintaining cleanliness in markets is not only a civic responsibility but also an economic imperative that supports health, trade, and national development.

Source: Darling Maame Efua Cann
MLGCRA Public Relations Unit

The maiden National Sanitation Day cleanup exercise, following the recent relaunch of the initiative, has been held nationwide, with Accra serving as the symbolic centre of the campaign.

The exercise brought together government officials, traditional leaders, and citizens in a unified demonstration of civic duty and environmental consciousness.

In Accra, the cleanup was jointly led by the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim; the Ga Mantse, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II; the Mayor of Accra, Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey; the Municipal Chief Executives of Ablekuma Central and Korle Klottey; the Sempe Mantse; and the Wolomei of the Ga Traditional Area.

The inspection team began its tour from the premises of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), moving through Tudu, Kantamanto, Agbogbloshie, Abbossey Okai, and finally the Kwame Nkrumah Circle, observing strong participation from residents, traders, and transport operators.

Across all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs), similar exercises were held simultaneously, with community members mobilised to clean their surroundings as part of government’s broader effort to promote a culture of environmental responsibility.

Following the exercise, the Ministry announced that the first Saturday of every month will officially be observed as National Sanitation Day, during which all shops and markets are to remain closed between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to allow citizens to participate fully.

> “A clean nation is a healthy nation, and a healthy nation drives economic growth,” said Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim.

The initiative underscores government’s renewed commitment to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Ghana.

Source: Darling Maame Efua Cann
MLGCRA Public Relations Unit