Some residents and property owners whose buildings are earmarked for demolition at the Sakumo Ramsar site have called on the government for clemency to halt the ongoing demolition to allow for a more humane and equitable resolution. Addressing journalists on August 19, Chairman of the Harbour View Estate residents association, Jonathan Boye-Doku, stated that while they acknowledge the ecological significance of the area, they believe that the demolition of homes without a review of alternative solutions will displace hundreds of individuals and families. He therefore urged stakeholders’ engagement to establish a clear and enforceable mutual boundary. “We find it extremely harsh that the wholesale demolition of homes without review of alternative solutions will displace hundreds of individuals and families, potentially leading to a humanitarian crisis. We are appealing to the government and the public; these are not just structures, but homes filled with memories, hopes, dreams and investments of fellow Ghanaians. “We’re begging for an opportunity to rectify the situation,” the group said. The Ramsar sites are internationally recognised wetlands protected for their environmental value. However, increasing encroachment in recent years has led to state-led demolitions aimed at preserving their ecological integrity. Affected residents argue that instead of being evicted, they should be allowed to work with authorities to regularise their tenure.