Mahama orders sanctions for officials who fail to enforce building safety rules

REUTERS/Francis Kokoroko/File Photo - RC2GOBADLRFY President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, to ensure that officials responsible for enforcing building safety regulations are held accountable when structural failures occur.

President Mahama said the issue must be addressed at the district assembly level, where building permits are issued and compliance with safety requirements is monitored.

President Mahama made the remarks on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the National Conference on Housing Finance, where he called for stronger enforcement of building regulations at the district assembly level.