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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 87243, member: 27"]
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
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[*]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.
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Frustration over years of shutdown
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[*]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.
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Comparisons and political pressure
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[*]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.
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