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Abubakar Sedik

Also known as: Mr. Sedik · Mr. Abubakar Sedik · Mr Sedik · Mr Abubakar Sedik · Hon. Abubakar Sedik · DCE Abubakar Sedik · the late DCE · late DCE · the late Abubakar Sedik

District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West District in Ashanti Region; died September 20, 2026 after brief illness.

2026-06-082026-09-22

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Residents of Mankranso in the Ahafo Ano South West District of the Ashanti Region have described their late District Chief Executive (DCE), Abubakar Sedik, as a great developer whose two-year tenure brought significant development to the district.

    We have lost a great developer – Mankranso residents pay tribute to late DCE
  3. Joy Online

    The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has described the late District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ahafo Ano South West, Abubakar Sedik, as an exceptional and hardworking administrator whose dedication contributed significantly to the development of the district.

    The late Abubakar Sedik was an exceptional DCE – Ashanti Regional Minister
  4. Joy Online

    A deep sense of sorrow has engulfed Mankranso in the Ahafo Ano South West District of the Ashanti Region following the sudden death of the District Chief Executive, Abubakar Sedik.

    Ahafo Ano South West DCE laid to rest as Muslims hold final prayers
  5. Joy Online

    The District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West in the Ashanti Region, Abubakar Sedik, has passed away.

    Ahafo Ano South West DCE Abubakar Sedik dies after brief illness
  6. Joy Online

    Abubakar Sedik, the DCE for Ahafo Ano South West, also dismissed the reports of an intended demolition, saying no decision had been taken to demolish the facility.

    Ashanti Regional Minister refutes claims of Mankranso classroom demolition
  7. Daily Guide

    Frank Amoakohene, and the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ahafo Ano South West, Abubakar Sedik, have denied reports that a classroom block at Mankranso is being targeted for demolition to pave the way for the construction of a 24-hour market.

    Ashanti Minister Halts School Demolition Plan
  8. Joy Online

    Assembly denies demolition plans The District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West, Abubakar Sedik, has also rejected the claims, describing them as “false, misleading and politically motivated”.

    Ashanti Regional Minister halts 24-Hour Market project in Mankranso over school demolition concerns
  9. August 2026
  10. The Chronicle

    Abubakar Sedik, and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Constituency Chairman, Mr.

    DCE Breaks Grounds for 16-Seater Toilet Facility for Boatengkrom
  11. June 2026
  12. Joy Online

    Abubakar Sedik, District Chief Executive, addressing a gathering at Afreseni, one of the beneficiary communities after commissioning of the projects, said right after assuming office in May last year, he identified inadequate sanitation infrastructure as a major challenge in many

    Ahafo Ano South-West schools get sanitation facilities
  13. Joy Online

    In response to the claims, Abubakar Sedik, District Chief Executive of Ahafo-Ano South West, admitted that even though a portion of the land is waterlogged, a proper assessment was conducted before the green light was given to carry on the project in the area.

    Flood concerns stall Mankranso 24-Hour Market Project as residents demand relocation
Politics

Mankranso residents mourn late DCE Abubakar Sedik

The News

Residents of Mankranso in Ahafo Ano South West District have paid tribute to their late District Chief Executive Abubakar Sedik, describing him as a great developer whose two-year tenure brought roads, schools, health facilities, and other infrastructure to the district. They praised his open-door policy and commitment to improving residents' lives.

7 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Mankranso residents mourn late DCE Abubakar Sedik

    Residents of Mankranso in Ahafo Ano South West District have paid tribute to their late District Chief Executive Abubakar Sedik, describing him as a great developer whose two-year tenure brought roads, schools, health facilities, and other infrastructure to the district. They praised his open-door policy and commitment to improving residents' lives.

    7 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Ashanti Regional Minister eulogizes late Ahafo Ano South West DCE

    The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has described the late District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West, Abubakar Sedik, as an exceptional and hardworking administrator whose dedication contributed significantly to district development. The Regional Minister assured that government will continue development projects to preserve the late DCE's legacy.

    8 hours ago · Joy Online

  3. Ahafo Ano South West DCE Abubakar Sedik laid to rest Monday

    The District Chief Executive of Ahafo Ano South West, Abubakar Sedik, died on September 20 after a short illness and was buried on September 21 in Mankranso, with Muslim community members gathering at Mankranso School Park to offer final prayers according to Islamic burial traditions.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online

  4. Ahafo Ano South West DCE Abubakar Sedik dies after brief illness

    Abubakar Sedik, District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West in Ashanti Region, died on Sunday 20 September 2026 after a brief illness, reportedly falling ill upon returning to Mankranso from a meeting with the Minister for Local Government.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online

Friday 18 September

  1. Ashanti minister says classroom will be redesigned, not demolished

    The Ashanti Regional Minister has dismissed reports that a 12-unit classroom block at Mankranso is being demolished for a 24-Hour Economy Market project, stating instead it will be re-engineered and incorporated into the market while retaining its educational purpose. He explained that an alternative site was ruled out due to swampy terrain requiring extensive drainage work.

    18 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Ashanti officials deny plan to demolish school for market

    The Ashanti Regional Minister and District Chief Executive have denied reports that a classroom block at Mankranso is targeted for demolition to make way for a 24-hour market, dismissing the allegation as "false, misleading and politically motivated propaganda" after a viral video from an NPP Communications Officer raised concerns about the facility.

    16 September 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 14 September

  1. Ashanti minister halts market project over school demolition concerns

    The Ashanti Regional Minister has ordered a halt to the 24-Hour Economy Market project in Mankranso following claims that a school facility could be demolished to make way for construction. The Minister denied demolition plans and summoned stakeholders for a full review, while the District Chief Executive rejected the allegations as false and politically motivated.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 4 August

  1. DCE breaks ground for 16-seater toilet in Boatengkrom

    The District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West has conducted a sod-cutting ceremony for a 16-seater public toilet facility in Boatengkrom, jointly financed by the DCE, the NDC Constituency Chairman, and the Kunsuhene. The project addresses sanitation challenges identified during the 2024 election campaign and reflects the government's commitment to improving rural communities.

    4 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Four Ahafo Ano South-West schools receive water, sanitation facilities

    Four basic schools in the Ahafo Ano South-West District of Ashanti Region have been provided with water and sanitation facilities funded by the District Assembly at a total cost of GH¢65,000.00. Each school received eight-seater KVIP toilets, a 250-litre mounted polytank, girls' changing rooms, boys' urinals, special toilet facilities for persons with disabilities, sanitary pads, and hand sanitisers.

    30 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Mankranso 24-Hour Market project stalled over flood-prone site

    Residents of Ahafo-Ano South West District are demanding the government relocate the planned 24-Hour Economy Market at Mankranso, citing the current site's location in a waterlogged area behind the Asuo Mankra stream that experiences severe flooding and would require costly landfilling.

    17 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 8 June

  1. Ahafo Ano South West breaks ground for 24-hour economy market

    The District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West has cut sod for a new 24-Hour Economy Model Market at Mankranso, designed to transform the district into a commercial hub and create jobs. The multi-purpose facility will feature 250 shops and auxiliary infrastructure, scheduled for completion within three years.

    8 June 2026 · The Chronicle

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