The Kwahu West Municipal Security Council (MUSEC) has demolished unapproved structures at the Agbogbloshi market area, Nkawkaw, in the Eastern Region, identified as a hideout for miscreants.
The massive demolition exercise conducted on Thursday, November 6, 2025, drew security personnel from the Fire Service, Immigration Service, Police Service, and NADMO.
Speaking to journalists, the Kwahu West Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Tamimu Halidu, explained that their actions aimed at destroying unapproved structured known as “ghettos” in the area.
“We are not here to demolish approved structures but to demolish the ghettos which harbour miscreants.”
The MCE disclosed that the demolition is geared towards ensuring a peaceful living environment at Nkawkaw and it surroundings.
“We are here to demolish any structure that would bring disruption or unrest to the people, Nkwakaw is a peaceful place, and we must make sure to sustain our peace,” he said.
Mr. Halidu assured residents that protecting citizens’ welfare is the Council’s top priority, and that further measures will be taken to keep the area peaceful.
“Our priority is to protect the citizens because the welfare of the citizens is our priority, We will make sure to ensure peace,” Mr.Tamimu Halidu stressed.
The demolishing exercise follows a recent stabbing incident, which resulted in the death of one person.
Contributor; Christabel Opare
