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Residents, especially those close to the Kumasi Central Mosque, have heaved a sigh of relief following the departure of migrants from the pavements along the mosque.
The migrants, mainly females and children from Niger, had occupied the pavements along the mosque and had turned the place into their permanent place of abode.
They were said have started trooping in from 2018 with their numbers increasing in the latter part of 2020.
They washed and hanged their clothes on the fence wall of the mosque much to the chagrin of worshippers, who complained but to avail.
This paper, on November 27, 2020, published the story of a female Nigerien migrant, who attacked a Mallam at the Central Mosque over a sleeping place.
The woman, in the story, threw decency to the wind and pounced on one Mallam Gariba Borga, for denying her space.
Following this and other publications about the inconvenience the migrants posed to residents, the police at about 10:00pm last weekend carried out a monitoring exercise in the area.
But there was drama when the migrants, upon seeing police vans, took to their heels leaving behind their belongings. Some of them including nursing mothers ran helter-skelter to avoid any arrest, although the police were not there necessarily to arrest them.
The mere visibility of the police in the area has, to some extent, brought sanity to the area as a number of the migrants have vacated the pavements.
It was not clear where they had moved to but some children belong to the settlers are still seen along the streets of Amakom begging for alms.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sadness over the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, King of Dagbon.
In a statement issued on Monday, President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the Government, extended his deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the entire nation.
“The Government of Ghana has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II,” the statement said.
President Mahama described the late King as a distinguished traditional ruler whose reign was defined by healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace in Dagbon following years of conflict.
The statement noted that His Majesty’s “unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and the welfare of his people created an enabling environment for development”and strengthened the partnership between traditional authorities and Government in advancing progress across Dagbon and Ghana.
The Government paid tribute to the life and legacy of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, and honoured his invaluable service to the nation.
“May his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to peace continue to inspire future generations. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
The passing of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II marks the end of an era for Dagbon, which saw significant strides in unity and development under his leadership.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Hohoe Municipality Command, has conducted fire safety inspections and public education at selected fuel filling stations within the municipality.
The exercise, held from July 3, 2026 to July 5, 2025 was led by the Municipal Commander, DO III Bismark Hosu-Porbley.
During the inspection, the team assessed the fire safety preparedness of the facilities. Staff were also educated on fire prevention, emergency response procedures, and the proper use of firefighting equipment.
Management of the affected fuel stations expressed appreciation for the exercise and pledged to comply with the recommended safety measures.
The GNFS said the exercise reaffirms its commitment to continuous fire safety awareness and risk reduction to safeguard lives and property.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
