A food vendor in Kumasi has been sentenced to 20 days in jail. Kande Seidu was found guilty of using open fire in Alabar Market.
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has rules against open fires in markets. This is to ensure safety and prevent fires.
The District Court Two at Prempeh Assembly Hall heard the case. Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor presided over the sentencing.
The court handed down the sentence on Monday, March 16, 2026. The vendor will serve 20 days in prison custody.
Prosecutors presented evidence that Seidu operated an open fire within the market. This action violated the regulations set by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly.
The incident highlights the enforcement of market safety rules. Such violations can lead to legal consequences.