A/R: Kumasi Kejetia Queen Mothers Association opposes closure of market on election day

The Kumasi Kejetia Queen Mothers Association has strongly opposed plans to close the Kejetia Market on election day, December 7, 2024.

In a statement signed by Vice Chairman Nana Wiafe on December 3, the association rejected the directive, reportedly initiated by Kumasi Mayor Samuel Pyne following a request from NPP running mate Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh.

The Queen Mothers argued that the closure would negatively impact traders, particularly in the current economic climate, and noted that December 6 is already a public holiday.

They called on the market management to prioritize traders' welfare and reconsider the decision, vowing to resist any attempts to shut down the market.