The Nkwanta South Traders Association has appealed to the Interior Ministry to reconsider the curfew imposed on their township, citing adverse impacts on their businesses.
Mr. Richard Owusu Ansah (Paa Rich), the Secretary of the Association, highlighted the challenges faced by traders due to the curfew hours from 1700 to 0600, a measure implemented in response to the ethnic conflict plaguing the area.
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Business Disruption and Conflict Background
The ethnic clashes that erupted in November 2023 in Nkwanta South and neighboring communities have disrupted business operations, leading to economic downturn and distress. With approximately 14 fatalities and extensive property damage, the once bustling commercial hub has transformed into a desolate enclave, prompting urgent calls for curfew reassessment.
Business Disruption and Conflict Background
The ethnic clashes that erupted in November 2023 in Nkwanta South and neighboring communities have disrupted business operations, leading to economic downturn and distress. With approximately 14 fatalities and extensive property damage, the once bustling commercial hub has transformed into a desolate enclave, prompting urgent calls for curfew reassessment.
Plea for Normalcy and Peace
Traders emphasized the urgency of revising the curfew to facilitate a return to normal business routines and revitalize economic activities in the region. Their plea for curfew adjustment aligns with the broader goal of restoring vitality and stability to Nkwanta South Municipality. The traders' charitable act of providing food items to security forces underscores their commitment to fostering peace and mitigating conflict repercussions.
Chief Superintendent Michael Asiedu, the Divisional Police Commander, expressed gratitude for the traders' donation and lauded their efforts towards peace preservation. He assured the traders of the police and security agencies' unwavering dedication to restoring peace and tranquility in the area. Chief Supt. Asiedu urged community members to collaborate with law enforcement authorities by offering essential assistance to quell the unrest and foster harmonious coexistence.
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