The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture has announced the temporary closure of Independence Square and its environs from December 31, 2024, to January 8, 2025.
The closure is to facilitate preparations for the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect John Dramani Mahama, scheduled to take place on January 7, 2025.
According to Deputy Minister Mark Okraku Mantey, National Security will cordon off the facilities to ensure a smooth and secure event.
The closure will affect access to major roads around the square, including Castle Road, 28th February Road, and the stretch leading to the Black Star Gate.
The public has been advised to avoid the area during this period and to use alternative routes to minimize disruptions to traffic flow.
Government officials, event planners, and security agencies are working together to ensure a flawless event.
The swearing-in ceremony marks President-elect Mahama’s return to the highest office in the land after his victory in the December 7, 2024, general elections.
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture is taking all necessary steps to make the event a success and has urged the public to cooperate with security services.
The temporary closure of Independence Square and its environs is a necessary measure to ensure the success of the inauguration ceremony.