A food vendor named Kande Seidu has been sent to prison for 20 days. She was found guilty of breaking an order against using open fires in the Alabar Market.
The incident took place in Kumasi. Seidu sold food at the busy Alabar Market.
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has rules against open fires in markets. These rules are meant to keep people safe and prevent fires.
The sentence was handed down on Monday, March 16, 2026. This happened at District Court Two, located at the Prempeh Assembly Hall.
Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor presided over the court case.
The court heard from the prosecutor, who presented the evidence against the vendor.
This action by the court shows that city regulations must be followed. It aims to ensure safety for everyone in public spaces.