The Chief of Nahinso, Nana Addo Boaman, was arrested by officials of the Asokwa Municipal Assembly for initiating road works without official permission.
The arrest, which occurred over the weekend, followed Nana Boaman’s attempts to address long-standing road issues in the area, which have caused significant flooding despite numerous appeals from residents and motorists.
Nana Boaman took it upon himself to fill pits and repair the road to alleviate the difficulties faced by the community. Residents of Nahinso, which borders the Bosomtwi District and Oforikrom Municipality, have for years decried the poor road conditions exacerbated by abandoned construction works after drains were built.
These pits, allegedly resulting from sand-winning activities, frequently cause flooding, making movement difficult and impacting nearby homes.
In an interview, Nana Boaman expressed his frustration with the authorities’ inaction.
His initiative to repair the road came after failed attempts to get authorities to address the problem.
However, the Asokwa Municipal Assembly officials halted the chief’s efforts, citing the lack of official permission. Nana Boaman was subsequently arrested by the Asokwa District Command police but was granted bail over the weekend.
The Assembly maintains that the chief did not follow the proper procedures before commencing the road works.
Despite his arrest and the threats he faces, Nana Boaman remains resolute.