The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has directed traders and other commercial operators occupying parts of Agbogbloshie, also known as the Nzema Market, to vacate the area to make way for the construction of a new 24-Hour Economy Market.
The Assembly has given affected occupants until August 28, 2026, to leave the designated areas. After the deadline, the AMA says it will begin clearing structures on the land earmarked for the redevelopment project.
The formal notice was served on Tuesday, August 4, as part of preparations for the planned development.
In a statement shared on its social media platforms on Monday, August 10, the AMA said the affected locations include the Agbogbloshie Cargo Station, the Nzema Market and parts of the Yam Market.
The Assembly said traders and other businesses that will be affected by the project will not be left without an alternative location. According to the AMA, a separate parcel of land has been prepared to accommodate those who will be displaced by the redevelopment.
The planned clearance follows consultations between the metropolitan authorities and various stakeholders. These engagements involved traditional leaders, market representatives, traders and other community stakeholders.
The AMA has also begun steps to prepare the affected areas for the project. On Tuesday, officials marked structures located within the sections of land identified for redevelopment.
A public education and sensitisation exercise was subsequently launched on Wednesday, August 5. The campaign is aimed at informing traders, residents and community leaders about the proposed development and helping them understand the relocation and clearance arrangements.
The Assembly said the sensitisation programme will also highlight the expected benefits of the new market and explain how the redevelopment will be carried out.
The project forms part of efforts to support the government’s 24-Hour Economy programme by providing a dedicated market facility capable of supporting commercial activities beyond the traditional daytime trading period.
The AMA has therefore appealed to all affected traders and occupants to respect the August 28 deadline and make arrangements to move to the designated relocation site.
