7,000 Abidjan-Lagos road victims demand compensation

More than 7,000 farmers, landowners, and property developers impacted by Lot 1 of the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Road Project are demanding immediate compensation. The affected individuals, primarily from communities along the Elubo-Agona-Nkwanta section in Ghana's Western Region, have been unable to cultivate or develop their land for almost three years. This prolonged delay has led to severe economic hardship.

The Coalition of Lot 1 Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Road Affected Persons stated that the valuation of their properties was conducted almost three years ago. Despite instructions not to undertake new projects or cultivate within the proposed road corridor, many complied, only to face continued delays in compensation payments. "Two years down the lane after the first correction and verification, compensation has still not been paid," revealed Mr. Paul Kodwo Kwaw, Secretary to the Coalition.

The coalition has formally petitioned the Ghana Highway Authority, the Minister of Roads and Highways, the Western Regional Minister, and local Members of Parliament. They also petitioned President John Dramani Mahama in April 2026, but have yet to receive an official response. The group seeks the immediate release of valuation results, a clear compensation payment schedule, and alternative livelihood support for affected farmers. They have also appealed to ECOWAS for intervention.

If compensation is not paid, the coalition plans to picket the Ministry of Roads and Highways. However, a source at the Ministry of Roads and Highways indicated that compensation payment is not their responsibility, suggesting ECOWAS is accountable.

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Two years down the lane after the first correction and verification, compensation has still not been paid.