The community of Mankranso has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of its District Chief Executive, Abubakar Sedik. The usually busy community has taken on a sombre atmosphere as residents, family members, friends, sympathisers and members of the National Democratic Congress gather to mourn the late DCE and commiserate with his family.
Mr Sedik is reported to have died at the Mankranso Government Hospital after a short illness, leaving residents and colleagues struggling to come to terms with his sudden passing. At his residence, grief has been evident as mourners continue to arrive to pay their last respects. Some have been seen in deep sorrow, while others have gathered quietly as they reflect on the news of the death of the district’s chief executive.
For many residents, the loss has been particularly difficult because of how suddenly the news came. The late DCE had remained active in official stakeholder engagements in Kumasi shortly before his death. The meeting reportedly focused on the completion of the Kejetia Phase Two project and brought together leaders of trader groups and the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs.
According to reports, the DCE complained of body pains upon his return to Mankranso and was rushed to the hospital, where he reportedly passed away. The news of his death has sent shockwaves through the community, with many residents expressing their sadness and shock at the sudden loss of their leader.
The Ahafo Ano South West District is yet to announce an official programme of events for the funeral of the late DCE. However, it is expected that the district will hold a gathering to pay their respects to the late Abubakar Sedik. The National Democratic Congress has also been actively involved in the mourning process, with many of its members attending the gathering at the residence of the late DCE.
Abubakar Sedik's death has also sparked a wave of tributes from across the country, with many Ghanaians expressing their condolences to the family of the late DCE. His contributions to the development of Mankranso and the Ahafo Ano South West District will be remembered for a long time.
As the people of Mankranso continue to mourn the loss of their District Chief Executive, the government has promised to provide support to the family of the late Abubakar Sedik. The Deputy Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, who represented the Minister at the gathering, commiserated with the family and the people of Mankranso.
Key points
- The sudden death of Abubakar Sedik has sent shockwaves through the community of Mankranso.
- The late DCE had been actively engaged in official stakeholder engagements before his death.
- The government has promised to provide support to the family of the late Abubakar Sedik.
