The government of Ghana has made significant progress on the longstanding Marine Drive Millennium Project, to be undertaken in the Osu enclave.
Ministers, chiefs of the Osu enclave, and heads of the Ghana Tourism Authority visited the project site on Thursday, December 5, to inspect the progress made on the project.
Deputy Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey, explained that the project, situated on prime land in Accra, is part of a broader vision to position Ghana as a leading global tourist destination.
He noted that plans for the project were first introduced during the era of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah but had stalled over the years due to various challenges. “This project started with the first president of Ghana, who had plans to develop this area and initiated an executive instrument. Unfortunately, not much progress was made. When President Akufo-Addo assumed office, he issued another executive instrument, and, true to his commitment, brought the team on board to ensure the project took shape into what we see today,” he explained.
The Regional Minister for Greater Accra, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover, also commended the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture for spearheading the initiative. Speaking to the press, he emphasized that the project marks the beginning of a modernization plan for Osu residents, which will create jobs and contribute to the area’s development.
“We aim to blend culture, tradition and tourism altogether. In the Greater Accra Region, our identity is rooted in our language and the food we eat. Seeing this monumental project take shape, it’s clear it will add tremendous value to the country,” he said.
By: Kobina Baidoo
