The Railway Authority in Ghana has cracked down on land sales, describing the activities as illegal and a direct violation of the Railways Act, 2008 (Act 779), as well as relevant provisions of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921). The move is aimed at curbing the sale of state land by individuals without authority.
Land Sales Banned in Ghana
The GRDA stated that no individual has the authority to sell state land, adding that authorities are working to crack down on illegal land allocations. This crackdown follows a series of complaints from citizens who have been duped into buying state land from unscrupulous individuals.
Consequences of Land Sales
The consequences of these land sales are severe, with many individuals losing their hard-earned money to these scams. The GRDA has warned that anyone found selling state land without authority will face the full force of the law. This move is expected to bring relief to many citizens who have been affected by these scams.
Authority's Efforts to Clamp Down
The Railway Authority is working closely with law enforcement agencies to identify and prosecute those involved in these illegal activities. The GRDA has assured citizens that it will do everything in its power to protect state land from being sold to unauthorized individuals.
What's Next?
The GRDA has announced that it will be conducting a nationwide awareness campaign to educate citizens on the dangers of buying state land from unscrupulous individuals. This campaign will include public lectures, community meetings, and the distribution of flyers to raise awareness about the issue. The GRDA has also promised to provide assistance to those who have been affected by these scams.
The Railway Authority's move to crack down on land sales is a welcome development for many citizens who have been affected by these scams. It remains to be seen how effective this move will be in curbing the sale of state land by unauthorized individuals. One thing is certain, however – the GRDA is committed to protecting state land from being sold to those who do not have the authority to do so.
Source: 3News
