October 03, 2025
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Tensions in the farming community of Gbiniyiri in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District have escalated further as the Chief’s Palace has been set ablaze amid ongoing violent clashes linked to a deepening land dispute.
The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, August 26, follows a wave of deadly violence that has already claimed six lives and left 18 others injured. The destruction of the Chief’s Palace marks a significant escalation in the conflict, which began over a contested parcel of land allegedly sold by the chief to a private developer.
The initial violence erupted on Sunday, August 24, when five individuals were killed in clashes between residents and individuals linked to the land transaction. Another person was fatally shot the following morning, bringing the death toll to six. Eighteen others, many in critical condition, are being treated for gunshot and machete wounds.
The unrest has forced hundreds of residents, particularly women and children, to flee Gbiniyiri and nearby communities. Several homes and properties have been torched or destroyed in the violence, which local authorities fear could spread if not quickly contained.
Security agencies have deployed a joint police and military task force to the area, but the scattered nature of the communities poses logistical challenges.
The District Security Council (DISEC), in collaboration with the regional command, is intensifying patrols and working with traditional leaders to de-escalate the situation. Authorities are urging calm and calling for dialogue between the feuding parties.
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Buying and selling of Muslim clothing and ornaments remains brisk at the Sunyani Zongo community as Muslims commemorate the birthday of Prophet Mohammed.
the Islamic leader. Muslims around the glove celebrate the birthday of their religious leader annually on the 12th Day of 'Rabi' al-awwal' the third month of the Islamic calendar.
They celebration witnessed the recitation of some key verses in the Quran as well as poets and Islamic songs, as families gather for alms giving.
According to some of the Muslim traders gathered at the along the Sunyani-Zongo One-way, the occasion was a joyous moment that allowed created common opportunity for them to reflect Quranic teachings and principles, values and legacies.
Speaking in an interview with Sompa FM, Madam Asana Ibrahim, a trader engaged in beads said selling business was always good during the celebration. She said during such occasions, the traders traveled the length and breadth of the country to sell, and expressed concern about inadequate washrooms at the Sunyani Zongo community for them to change themselves.
Mad Khadija Alhassan who also sells Muslim dresses expressed concern about similar sentiments, however described the celebration as relevant to promote Islamic teachings in the Zongo communities.
She said the traders always sold their wares at reduced prices in such occasions .Mad Suad Abdul Ghani, another trader said some of them traveled far from Accra, Tamale and Kumasi to Sunyani to business.
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