The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has begun taking decisive steps to address some of the dangerous and dilapidated structures identified across the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, with demolition and renovation plans underway for selected buildings.
Speaking to the media, the Metropolitan Director of NADMO, Alhaji Abubakar Kamal, revealed that out of the 88 structures classified as hazardous and dangerous during assessments conducted in 2025, three prominent buildings in Sekondi and Takoradi respectively have currently been prioritized for action.
According to him, the affected structures include the Zenith Building, Prempeh Building, and the late Justice Archer’s Building, all of which have been identified as posing varying levels of risk to occupants and the general public.
“It is long overdue for these actions to be taken. The Assembly has been concerned about the state of these buildings for some time, and we are now at the stage where concrete measures are being pursued to address the situation,” Alhaji Kamal stated.
He explained that NADMO and other relevant authorities are currently engaging landlords and property owners to agree on the most appropriate interventions and ensure compliance with safety directives.
“We are at the final stage of our work. We are engaging the various landlords and owners of these properties to determine the way forward and ensure that the necessary actions are taken without delay,” he said.
Providing details of the assessments conducted on the affected buildings, Alhaji Kamal disclosed that the Prempeh Building has been recommended for renovation after technical evaluations showed that rehabilitation works could restore the structure to a safe condition.
However, the situation is markedly different for the Zenith Building, which has been deemed beyond repair.
“Our assessment points to renovation for the Prempeh Building, but in the case of the Zenith Building, the recommendation is for total demolition due to the extent of deterioration and the danger it poses,” he explained.
The NADMO Director stressed that the exercise forms part of broader efforts to protect lives and property within the metropolis, urging owners of aging and abandoned structures to cooperate with authorities.
The move is expected to enhance public safety and reduce the risk of building-related disasters, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions.
NADMO has assured residents that it will continue working closely with the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly and property owners to ensure that all identified dangerous structures are addressed in accordance with safety regulations.
