Date: Monday, 28th September 2026

Venue: Office of the Mayor, Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly

 

The Management of the Ghana Airports Authority (GAA), led by Mr. Maxwell Yeboah, paid a courtesy visit to the Mayor of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyemang Boadi, on Monday, 28th September 2026.

 

 

The visit focused on discussions on the beautification and development of Kumasi, particularly the areas surrounding the Prempeh International Airport, and measures to enhance the general outlook of the city as the airport progresses towards receiving more international flights.

 

During the meeting, the Mayor outlined his vision for the main access road leading to the airport, emphasising the need for a well-planned, attractive and modern environment that reflects the status and potential of Kumasi as a major destination for international travellers.

 

He highlighted the Assembly’s plans to improve city beautification, infrastructure and landscaping along key routes leading to the airport. According to the Mayor, these interventions are intended to enhance the visual appeal of the city and create a welcoming environment for both local and international visitors.

 

The Mayor further disclosed that the Assembly had engaged with private businesses on opportunities to support the development of hospitality infrastructure around the airport, including hotels and other accommodation facilities. He noted that the availability of quality hospitality services would help accommodate international travellers and flight crews and contribute to efforts to attract additional international flights to Kumasi.

 

The issue of advertising and billboards around the airport was also discussed. The Mayor expressed concern about the proliferation and inappropriate placement of billboards, which, in some instances, create visual clutter and obstruct the free movement of pedestrians and vehicles.

 

He indicated that the Assembly intends to work closely with the Airport Management to reorganise advertising spaces around the airport, with plans to introduce digital advertising boards from 2027. The initiative is expected to create a more orderly, modern and visually appealing environment.

 

In response, Mr. Maxwell Yeboah expressed appreciation to the Mayor for his continued accessibility, support and willingness to share his expertise on issues affecting the airport and its surrounding areas.

 

He also commended the Mayor for interventions undertaken to address the presence of stray cattle around the airport roundabout and surrounding areas, noting the positive impact of such measures on the safety and general appearance of the area.

 

Mr. Yeboah further indicated that the Airport Management had engaged the Regional Director of the Department of Urban Roads to explore measures to address water runoff and flooding around the airport roundabout.

 

The Airport Management also raised concerns about some of the temporary structures around the airport roundabout. The Manager noted that discussions had been held on replacing these structures with more modern and aesthetically pleasing facilities as part of the broader beautification efforts.

 

Conclusion

 

The meeting provided an opportunity for the KMA and Ghana Airports Authority to strengthen collaboration towards improving the aesthetics, infrastructure and overall environment around the Prempeh International Airport.

 

Both parties expressed commitment to continued engagement and collaboration to ensure that the airport corridor reflects the growing status of Kumasi and provides a clean, orderly and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and international travellers.