Rising tensions in Ada East have sparked allegations that some local executives of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) are deliberately working against the interests of Electrochem Ghana Limited, the company behind the large-scale salt mining initiative in the Songor Lagoon.
Sources close to Electrochem and local security units claim that certain NDC actors are stoking unrest by misleading local youth and inciting them to oppose the project not out of genuine community concerns, but to serve political agendas.
Recent incidents involving roadblocks and confrontations around operational zones have been labeled as orchestrated acts masked as grassroots activism. Intelligence reports suggest a coordinated effort by long-time political opponents of the project to disrupt progress under the pretense of community dissatisfaction.
“These are not random acts. We are seeing a consistent pattern, and some politically motivated individuals are clearly behind it,” an insider at the Ada East Security Council stated, calling for a unified, apolitical approach to safeguard investment and community development.
Despite having pumped significant resources into revitalizing the salt industry — with promises of jobs, infrastructure upgrades, and better livelihoods — Electrochem’s efforts have frequently been interrupted by claims of land encroachment and displacement. Analysts say these claims are often exaggerated or manipulated for political purposes.
While the national NDC leadership has publicly distanced itself from any acts of sabotage, some constituency-level officials have reportedly used their influence to mobilize opposition and obstruct community engagement efforts.
Observers warn that this development could deepen political divisions in Ada East and derail socio-economic progress in the area.
Electrochem, on its part, maintains a willingness to engage with all relevant parties and has appealed for calm and constructive dialogue. The Ada Traditional Council and the District Assembly have also urged residents to exercise restraint and pursue grievances through legal channels.
Since commencing operations, Electrochem has made tangible contributions to development in Ada — including the creation of thousands of direct and indirect jobs, the construction of access roads and social amenities, and the revival of the Songor Salt Project. Notably, Electrochem has introduced an interest-free loan scheme to support women entrepreneurs in the community, alongside investments in education, health, and youth development initiatives.
As investigations continue, pressure is mounting on the NDC’s national leadership to reassert control over its local branches and provide clarity on its position regarding the future of the Electrochem project.
