Thousand Jobs at Risk: Sokoban Wood Village Workers Face Uncertainty Amid Land Dispute
Workers at Sokoban Wood Village are sounding the alarm as a land dispute threatens their livelihoods.
The 14.52 acres of land, generously gifted to them by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is now being claimed by developers, putting thousands of jobs at risk.
The workers have made an urgent plea to His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to intervene in the brewing land dispute threatening the village’s future.
At a press conference on October 15, 2024, Association leaders detailed the conflict surrounding the land, allocated to meet growing demands of artisans within the enclave.
The land was intended to expand workspace and infrastructure, but its unlawful claim has sparked frustration.
Association Secretary, Mr. Akwasi Amponsah Nyamekye, expressed deep frustration, trusting Otumfuo’s leadership to restore peace and ensure continued development.
“This land was given to us by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to support artisans, and we cannot stand by while it’s taken unlawfully.”
The Association urges Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to use his influence to restore order and protect the land.
They also call on the KMA and relevant stakeholders to decisively resolve the dispute.
They added that the current dispute underscores the need for swift action to preserve the village’s progress and ensure the well-being of its artisans.
The workers are pleading with Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to intervene and protect their interests.
The disputed land is crucial for the village’s operations, and its loss would have devastating consequences for the community.
Sokoban Wood Village is a significant hub for wood processing in Ghana, with the sector contributing substantially to the country’s economy.
Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com
