Ghanaian actor, entrepreneur, and politician, John Dumelo, is preparing for a second bid at a parliamentary seat, with a clear focus on addressing the issue of rent in the country.
Despite the Rent Control Department’s guideline of up to 6 months’ rent for tenants, many landlords still demand one or two years’ rent in advance.
This practice has posed challenges for young Ghanaians starting their lives.
John Dumelo, in a Twitter post on January 1, 2024, expressed his commitment to championing this cause if elected, advocating for a maximum of 6 months’ rent advance for residential properties as stipulated by law.