29/01/2026
The youth and residents of Kumasi Adukrom Nima Zongo have officially petitioned the Asokore Mampong MCE, calling for urgent intervention to prevent a potential security crisis in the area.
The petition follows the passing of the long-serving Zongo Chief, Alhaji Mba Suraju, on January 5, 2026.
According to the youth, the Adukromhene, acting in accordance with established tradition, duly nominated and had Sarki Awudu installed by the appointing authority as the legitimate successor on January 17, 2026.
The ceremony was reportedly witnessed by key figures, including the Nima Chief Imam and the President of the Council of Zongo Chiefs.
However, the community’s peace was threatened days later, when an attempt was made to install a rival chief, named Sardauna, inside a local mosque.
The youth group, known as the Concerned Youth of Nima Adukrom, asserts that this rival installation was led by individuals with no customary authority and directly contradicts established traditions.
In the petition presented today, January 29, 2026, the youth expressed deep concern that this "dual authority" is heightening tensions and poses a significant security risk to the municipality.
They have highlighted four key demands to the Municipal Security Council (MUSEC):
1. Affirm Sarki Awudu as the only legitimately installed Zongo Chief.
2. Declare the rival installation of Sardauna null and void.
3. Authorize a formal re-installation to restore community confidence.
4. Take immediate steps to ensure calm and preserve the peace.
This petition is presented in good faith and in the interest of preserving harmony," the document states, signed by the youth including Chairman Habibu Abdullai and Spokesperson Surv. Sulemana Abdul Razak.
Zango Spotlight will continue to monitor the MCE’s response and the situation on the ground in Adukrom.
