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Fred Agbenyo has asked the Government of Ghana to assure Ghanaians that the Achimota Forest will be put to good use.

Speaking on Peace FM's 'Kokrokoo', the Deputy Communications Director of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) was critical about the use of the Achimota Forest Reserve for eco-tourism.

According to him, though it is a good initiative, it is however prudent that the authorities do not allow the forest to be destroyed for whatever purpose.

He was keen on how the authorities are going to maintain the forest irrespective of the eco-tourism, because to him, the forest is one of the country's major reserves.

He noted that the capital city does not have enough forest reserves and so, the government should ensure that sale of the forest reserve to foreign investors will inure to the benefit of the citizenry.

Government has hinted its decision to cede the 16.2 square kilometers Achimota Forest Reserve to a foreign investor for eco-tourism.

It is revealed that the government has signed an agreement with Aikan Capital Limited for the Achimota Forest Reserve situated in Accra to be transformed into an eco-tourism facility.

Even before the forest is turned in for eco-tourism purposes, there are already controversies with some critics and political figures casting doubts about the maintenance of the reserve to benefit the citizens of the country.

In view of this, the NDC Deputy Communications Director believes it is only an assurance from the authorities that can put the matter to rest.

“What we need as at now is the assurance that the project won’t destroy the forest . . . The leaders should clarify the issues to the understanding of Ghanaians with the assurance that they won’t touch the vegetation. It will still remain the way it is," he stated.