A Kumasi court has ordered Kande Seidu, a food vendor, to serve 20 days in prison. The sentence was for violating an order made by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly.
The violation involved the use of open fire within the Alabar Market. This practice is against the assembly's regulations designed to ensure safety and order.
The case was heard at District Court Two, located at Prempeh Assembly Hall. Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor presided over the proceedings.
The ruling was made on Monday, March 16, 2026. The prosecutor detailed the circumstances of the violation during the court session.
This action by the court highlights the enforcement of market regulations. Such rules are put in place to prevent potential hazards like fires.
The vendor's imprisonment serves as a clear message about the consequences of disregarding safety laws in public spaces.
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly aims to maintain a safe environment for both vendors and shoppers.