Another MoMo vendor killed in Ashanti region - MyJoyOnline

In a tragic incident in the Ashanti Region, yet another mobile money vendor has lost their life, raising serious concerns about the safety of those working in this sector. The victim, identified as 32-year-old Abdul Rahman Mohammed, was fatally attacked on Tuesday evening while conducting business in the Kumasi area. Eyewitnesses reported that two assailants approached him under the pretext of needing assistance and subsequently launched a violent assault.

This disturbing event marks a continuation of a worrying trend, as mobile money vendors have increasingly become targets for robbery and violence. Local authorities are under pressure to enhance security measures to protect these individuals who play a vital role in the community by providing financial services. Residents have expressed their fears over escalating crime rates and called for urgent action to ensure safety for vendors. As investigations into this latest murder unfold, there is a growing demand for both law enforcement and community engagement to address these alarming incidents effectively.