Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has made a significant contribution to the traders affected by the recent devastating fire at Kantamanto Market. Dr. Bawumia donated 250 packets of roofing sheets, totalling 5,000 pieces, along with ridge caps, to support the rebuilding of their businesses.
The donation was presented on Dr. Bawumia’s behalf by former Greater Accra Regional Minister Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus Glover and his team.
This gesture follows Dr. Bawumia’s earlier contribution of GH¢200,000 to assist the traders in their recovery efforts.
Titus Glover, speaking to journalists, emphasised the importance of traders securing insurance to protect their businesses against future disasters.
He also announced Dr. Bawumia’s plan to provide CCTV cameras to enhance security at the market once the reconstruction is complete.
“I want to remind the traders of what His Excellency the Vice President said during his visit—that they should take insurance very seriously. As these infernos have become frequent, it is crucial they secure insurance coverage for their activities here. Security is also paramount,” Glover stated.
In a heartfelt response, Yaw Sarpong, the financial secretary of Kantamanto Market, expressed immense gratitude for the generous donation, noting that the 250 packets of roofing sheets would go a long way in helping to restore the market.
“We thought he would not come again, but fortunately, he has returned with 250 packets of iron sheets, which are more than sufficient to roof our structure. We thank him so much,” Sarpong said.
