Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has condemned the demolition of the La Pleasure Beach, describing it as wanton and bizarre.
In a statement issued in Kumasi on Saturday, October 3, 2026, Dr. Bawumia said La Pleasure Beach is socially, economically, culturally and internationally significant, having evolved into the most vibrant beach resort in Ghana.
He said the beach is a source of livelihood for thousands of people, especially the youth, and is extremely important to the nation at large and the people of La in particular, noting that it has been the hub of many international functions and shows.
“During the NPP government’s tenure it was one of the key places which supported the successful Year of Return and related activities which put Ghana on the map,” he said.
Dr. Bawumia said it was sad that the enclave has been demolished, adding that it was particularly painful and surprising that even movable assets which the owners could have removed easily were destroyed.
“I am convinced that we must make La beach a major tourist and economic enclave and I pledge my commitment to the people of La especially the businesses at La beach to make that happen,” he said.
He outlined a five-point plan to restore the beach economy if given the opportunity.
“We will rebuild the beach economy and issue leases to each business. We will redesign the space to meet standards and assist the operators to run it,” he said.
“We will secure the space for Labadi Beach Hotel and others and allow them to coexist with smaller businesses who together create the beach ecosystem. We will engage the owners of LABOMA beach and resolve their issues and work with them to establish their business and make them compliant with law. We will also work on the lagoon and resolve issues related to flooding and the environment,” he added.
Dr. Bawumia said he is committed to saving the thousands of jobs that the beach economy supports and to improving them.
By Prince Fiifi Yorke