Bibiani Warns of Abandoned Market Refuse Pile
Residents and traders in Bibiani, Western North Region, have sounded the alarm over a growing heap of uncollected refuse in their local market. The abandoned pile, located near New Town and Nantwikumye, has caused a foul stench and driven customers away—raising fears of disease outbreaks and public health risks. Traders Speak Out Market women expressed deep concern: “We sell food here, and people are afraid to come near because of the foul smell. We’re also worried about possible disease outbreaks,” one trader told Adom News. Official Response Assemblyman Samuel Kwagyire confirmed reports have been made to municipal authorities. An evacuation and cleanup plan is reportedly in progress. He also urged residents to avoid dumping waste on the ground and to utilize designated bins. Why This Matters Health hazard: The decomposing garbage could attract disease vectors—flies, rodents, and mosquitoes—putting traders and […]