Protesters gathered in Accra, Ghana to demonstrate against the government’s decision to sell a 60% stake in four hotels to Rock City Hotel, owned by Minister of Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong.
The ‘Hands Off Our Hotels’ protest aimed to pressure the government to halt the sale, citing concerns about public access and broader implications for state assets.
Various groups and individuals, including politicians and traditional leaders, participated in the demonstration.
Instances of violence and tension with law enforcement has marked the protest.
The sale has been met with opposition due to concerns about cronyism and corruption ². The Minority in Parliament has declared full support for the protest.
The demonstration is a response to the government’s plans to sell off profitable state-owned hotels to the Minister of Agriculture.
The protesters are demanding transparency and accountability in the management of state assets.
Source: OccupyGh.com
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