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La Pleasure Beach: Committee to Decide Compensation for Victims

By Ishmeal

A committee will be formed by early next week to determine compensation for people affected by the recent demolition at La Pleasure Beach in Accra.

The development was disclosed by La Dadekotopon MP and Deputy Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Naa Odoley Sowah.

She made the disclosure during a parliamentary hearing on October 6, 2026.

The committee will include representatives from the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), La Dadekotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA), traditional authorities, beach management and the area’s Member of Parliament.

Naa Odoley Sowah said information on people affected by the demolition has already been collected.

However, the type and amount of compensation have not yet been determined.

The committee will assess the situation and make recommendations.

The process will also consider people who may need to be relocated. Others may receive financial compensation, depending on the outcome of the assessment.

The demolition at La Pleasure Beach began on October 2. Several structures were pulled down during an exercise involving security personnel.

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Businesses and vendors operating in the area were asked to vacate the premises.

The demolition has raised concerns among affected businesses and residents, particularly over its impact on livelihoods.

SSNIT, however, said it sought the intervention of the National Security Council Secretariat over what it described as persistent unlawful occupation and encroachment around the beachfront.

The affected area is located near the Labadi Beach Hotel and La Palm Royal Beach Hotel.

The committee is expected to review the circumstances of affected persons and determine the appropriate form of support or compensation.

Naa Odoley Sowah said she would continue to follow up on the process to ensure affected persons receive the support they are entitled to.

The final decision on compensation will be made after the committee completes its assessment.

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By Ishmeal

Ishmeal Ntakor is a Ghanaian journalist, blogger, digital marketer, content creator, and media professional with interests in journalism, digital communication, healthcare, tourism, social development, and storytelling. He has experience in researching, writing, editing, and publishing news stories, features, articles, and digital content. His work covers current affairs, human-interest stories, entertainment, sports, tourism, social issues, and community developments. Ishmeal is also the founder and personality behind NationsBlogger, a digital media and blogging platform focused on news, entertainment, sports, trending stories, tourism, social issues, and public-interest content. Through his media work, he uses digital platforms to inform, educate, and connect with audiences. Educational Background Ishmeal has an interdisciplinary academic background spanning healthcare, digital marketing, and journalism. His qualifications include: - Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Diagnostic Medical Imaging – University of Cape Coast (UCC) -Degree in Digital Marketing – IPMC College of Technology Higher National Diploma (HND) in Journalism and Communication His background in Diagnostic Medical Imaging has given him academic exposure to healthcare and medical imaging, while his studies in Digital Marketing and Journalism have strengthened his abilities in communication, media production, digital strategy, content creation, and online storytelling. He has developed skills in SEO, social media marketing, Google Ads, PPC, content strategy, social media content creation, YouTube scripting, online journalism, and digital brand development. Beyond journalism and digital marketing, Ishmeal has a strong interest in tourism, history, exploration, interviews, current affairs, entertainment, and community development. As a media professional, Ishmeal believes in research, responsible reporting, accuracy, continuous learning, and telling stories that matter. He continues to combine his academic background in Diagnostic Medical Imaging at UCC, Digital Marketing at IPMC, and Journalism and Communication to build a diverse career across media, digital marketing, healthcare communication, and tourism. Ishmeal Ntakor is committed to growing NationsBlogger and using journalism and digital media to inform, educate, and engage audiences in Ghana and beyond