A food vendor named Kande Seidu has been sentenced to 20 days in prison. She operates at the Alabar Market in Kumasi.
The court found her guilty of violating an order from the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly. This order prohibits the use of open fires within the market area.
The sentence was given on Monday, March 16, 2026. The presiding judge was Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor.
Her conviction relates to the use of an open fire for cooking. This practice is a safety risk in crowded market environments.
The prosecutor presented evidence of the violation to the court. The court considered the evidence in reaching its decision.
The ruling aims to enforce market regulations designed for public safety. These rules help prevent accidents and maintain order.
Kande Seidu will serve her sentence in prison custody. The ruling follows legal proceedings at the District Court Two at Prempeh Assembly Hall.