The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has reiterated its determination to demolish all unauthorized structures situated around the Baba Yara Sports Stadium as part of efforts to restore order and improve the environment surrounding the country’s largest sports facility.
In a statement issued by its Public Relations Unit and copied to media houses, the Assembly reminded the public of its earlier press release dated February 5, 2026, which announced an extension of the demolition deadline for the removal of illegal structures around the stadium enclave.
According to the Assembly, the demolition exercise is now scheduled to take place on Monday, April 6, 2026, and affected persons have been urged to voluntarily dismantle their structures before the deadline to avoid forceful removal.
The KMA emphasized that the decision forms part of a broader initiative aimed at sanitizing the stadium area, restoring order, and enhancing the aesthetic value of the surroundings of the facility, which serves as a major sporting landmark in Kumasi.
Management explained that the extension of the demolition date was granted following an appeal by traditional and government authorities during a meeting of the Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) held on February 4, 2026.
At the meeting, the Nana Adu Mensah Asare and Nana Baffour Kofi Atobra, together with the Frank Amoakohene, appealed to the Assembly to extend the earlier demolition date to allow affected persons ample time to relocate or remove their structures.
The request, according to the Assembly, was “respectfully accepted” by the city authorities in the interest of maintaining peace and cooperation between stakeholders.
However, the KMA has made it clear that the revised deadline remains firm and non-negotiable, stressing that all structures deemed unauthorized within the stadium enclave will be cleared once the deadline expires.
“The decision to restore order and the aesthetic value of the stadium environment is non-negotiable,” the statement emphasized.
The Assembly also raised concerns over reports that some individuals are allegedly extorting money from affected persons under the pretext of facilitating intervention with city authorities.
According to the statement, management has received information that certain persons are demanding GH₵1,500 from traders and structure owners, claiming the money would be handed over to the Mayor to prevent their structures from being demolished.
The Assembly categorically denied any involvement in such arrangements, describing the claims as false and misleading.
“KMA wishes to state without equivocation that no such money has been received and would not be entertained by the Mayor and the Assembly,” the statement clarified.
Management therefore cautioned the public, particularly those affected by the demolition exercise, to disregard such demands and avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes.
The Assembly further called for the cooperation of all affected persons and the general public to ensure that the exercise is carried out peacefully and smoothly.
Authorities believe the demolition of unauthorized structures will not only improve sanitation and safety around the stadium but also enhance the overall image of the facility, which frequently hosts major national and international sporting events.
The Ghana national football team has historically played several matches at the stadium, making the area one of the most important sporting locations in the country.
KMA officials maintain that restoring order around the stadium will contribute significantly to maintaining its status as a key sports destination and a symbol of pride for the Ashanti Region and the nation as a whole.
Residents and traders occupying structures within the affected areas have therefore been advised to comply with the directive ahead of the April 6 deadline to avoid any inconvenience when the demolition exercise begins.
