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 · late Abubakar Sedik
District Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano South West District who died in September 2026 after brief illness; positioned as NDC parliamentary contender for 2028.
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The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Augustus Nana Akwasi, has described the death of the Ahafo Ano South West District Chief Executive, Abubakar Sedik, as a devastating blow to the party and people in the district. …
Ahafo Ano South West DCE was tipped to win parliamentary for NDC seat in 2028 – Ashanti Region NDC ChairmanJoy 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 DCEJoy 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 MinisterJoy 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 prayersJoy 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 illnessJoy 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 demolitionDaily 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 PlanJoy 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 concernsThe Chronicle
… Abubakar Sedik, and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Constituency Chairman, Mr. …
DCE Breaks Grounds for 16-Seater Toilet Facility for BoatengkromJoy 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 facilitiesThe Ashanti Regional NDC Chairman says the late Ahafo Ano South West District Chief Executive, Abubakar Sedik, had been positioned as a strong contender to win the parliamentary seat for the NDC in 2028, describing his death as a devastating blow to the party and district.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ashanti Regional NDC Chairman says the late Ahafo Ano South West District Chief Executive, Abubakar Sedik, had been positioned as a strong contender to win the parliamentary seat for the NDC in 2028, describing his death as a devastating blow to the party and district.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
21 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →