The Chief Executive of Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Richard Ofori-Agyemang Boadi, has expressed concern over the increasing presence of prostitutes in the city.
He mentioned that areas like Asafo, Ashtown, Ahodwo, and Adum are now hubs for the illicit trade.
According to him, most of these sex workers are foreigners, raising concerns about the city’s reputation and potential security risks.
“”The increasing presence of prostitution in Asafo, Ashtown, Ahodwo, Adum, and other areas of the city,” he said.
“Intelligence suggests that a significant number of those involved are non-Ghanaian, with some individuals allegedly trafficking them into the country for sex work,” he stated.
On Nhyira FM’s “Kro Yi Mu Nsem” Breakfast show, Mr Boadi shared his thoughts with the host Barima Kofi Dawson, suggesting steps to curb the menace .
He revealed that the KMA taskforce is gearing up to take action against the menace soon.
“Such business is unacceptable and won’t be tolerated in Kumasi, the Garden City. We will take actions to address the situation very soon,” he warned.
He issued a stern warning to those behind the operation to desist, as they will be prosecuted when apprehended.
The KMA boss also disclosed that measures are underway to clear the city’s streets of migrant beggars.
“We’re working hand-in-hand with Ghana Immigration to remove migrant beggars from the streets of Kumasi,” he added.
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