Komenda chiefs petition Mahama to revive dormant sugar factory

A stalled sugar plant has turned into a political pressure cooker, and Komenda’s chiefs just pushed President John Dramani Mahama to grab the wheel himself.

Call for presidential takeover

• Komenda Traditional Area petitioned President John Dramani Mahama.
• A letter dated February 24, 2026, was sent to Jubilee House.
• Okatakyie Komeh VIII demanded direct presidential oversight.
• Chiefs want it tagged as a Special Presidential Initiative.

Frustration over years of shutdown

• Komenda Sugar Factory has barely operated since its 2016 commissioning.
• The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry faced blame.
• Farmers and youth are losing patience and income.
• Delays tied to private investors dragged on for years.

Comparisons and political pressure

• Petition cited Tema Oil Refinery revival as precedent.
• Volta Aluminium Company's turnaround was also referenced.
• Residents questioned why Komenda lags behind.
• Copies went to the Vice President and regional officials.