A devastating fire has ravaged a single-room self-contained apartment at Agona Nsabaa in the Agona East District of the Central Region, leaving a mother of three, Abena Esaawaa, without her home, GH¢5,000 cash, and personal belongings. The incident occurred on September 29, 2026, at approximately 7:28 am. The fire also destroyed the belongings of her son, who is preparing to report to Senior High School (SHS), including his mattress, trunk, and school uniforms.
According to Abena Esaawaa, she was selling by the roadside when she was informed that her house was on fire. By the time she arrived at the scene, the fire had already destroyed the room and its contents. The victim expressed her distress, stating that the incident has left her son without the essential items he needs to begin his SHS education.
The mother of three is now appealing to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the government, and benevolent individuals to come to her aid. She urgently needs support to replace her son's school supplies and rebuild her life after losing her belongings and GH¢5,000 in the fire. The incident has left the family in a precarious situation, and Abena Esaawaa is counting on the kindness of others to help her recover.
The fire at Agona Nsabaa is just one of several recent incidents in Ghana. Other fires have occurred in different parts of the country, including a fire that gutted an electrical appliances shop in Tamale Zogbeli and another that was saved by firefighters at Amasaman. These incidents highlight the need for disaster preparedness and response measures to mitigate the impact of such events.
Abena Esaawaa's situation has garnered attention from local media, with many expressing sympathy for the family. The incident has also sparked discussions about the need for support for families affected by disasters. The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and other stakeholders are expected to provide assistance to the affected family.
The incident at Agona Nsabaa has significant implications for the education of Abena Esaawaa's son, who is set to begin his SHS education. The loss of his school belongings has put his education at risk, and it is imperative that support is provided to ensure that he can continue his studies without interruption.
The community at Agona Nsabaa and beyond is rallying behind Abena Esaawaa and her family, calling for support and assistance to help them recover from the devastating fire. Donations and assistance can be channeled through NADMO and other designated agencies to support the affected family.
Key points
- The fire at Agona Nsabaa has left a mother and her SHS fresher son without a home and essential belongings.
- The mother is appealing for support from NADMO, the government, and benevolent individuals to replace her son's school supplies and rebuild her life.
- The incident highlights the need for disaster preparedness and response measures to mitigate the impact of such events.
