She said government remained fully committed to the restoration and rehabilitation of the ATIC facility, saying upon receipt of the final report, immediate steps would be taken to restore the centre to full operations in the shortest possible time.”
She also commended the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) for its prompt and professional response, which helped to bring the situation under control.
In a release issued to the Ghana News Agency in Accra, the Minister confirmed that a fire outbreak occurred in the early hours of Monday, August 4, 2025, at the Centre, causing significant damage to several offices within the facility.
It said the incident began around 1230 hours and was swiftly contained by personnel of the GNFS, preventing a potentially more extensive disaster.
“No casualties or injuries were recorded. However, several key offices housed within the ATIC premises sustained considerable damage.”
Affected institutions include the International Affairs Department and Call Centre of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), the Tour Operators Union of Ghana, the National Film Authority, and several private businesses operating in the travel, tour, and hospitality sectors.
It said a preliminary report from the GNFS, along with a review of CCTV footage, indicated that the fire originated from one corner of the building before spreading to adjacent offices.
The exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined as investigations were ongoing.
The Ministry urged all stakeholders to remain calm and cooperative during the investigation process and reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding Ghana’s tourism infrastructure.
GNA
