The Keta Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Mr Wisdom Seade, has pushed back against claims that development projects meant for Keta township are being diverted elsewhere, insisting that decisions are guided by practicality and land availability, not political or personal preference.
Speaking after a community engagement with residents of the Keta Central Electoral Area, he reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to equitable development across all communities in the municipality.
The meeting focused on the proposed relocation of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) Pharmacy Campus and plans for a 24-hour economy market, both key government-led initiatives expected to boost economic activity in the area.
Mr Seade dismissed suggestions that the Assembly had authority to arbitrarily shift projects, stressing that his role is to ensure inclusive development rather than control project siting.
He explained that the decision to consider Abor was driven largely by the availability of more than 50 acres of land voluntarily released by local stakeholders, making it suitable for the projects.
According to him, Keta township currently lacks adequate land for the scale of infrastructure required, and attempts to reclaim occupied areas would delay implementation and stall development.
The MCE also noted that the proposed 24-hour economy market is expected to create jobs, extend trading opportunities, and increase revenue generation for the Assembly.
While some residents welcomed the projects as transformative, others raised concerns about transparency in land acquisition and called for proper compensation processes where necessary.
Youth groups, however, expressed reservations, urging the Assembly to prioritise the renovation of the Keta Central Market and improvements in road infrastructure instead.
The Assembly has assured continued stakeholder engagement as discussions with UHAS and development partners progress.
