Boboshanti: Popular Spot in Nkawkaw Demolished Over Frequent Melees, Patrons Lament
- A popular spot in Nkawkaw has been demolished after many years of serving as an entertainment ground for residents
- The end of the spot, according to authorities, was necessitated by frequent disputes, melee and fracas that happened there
- Netizens, especially patrons of the spot, were left heartbroken and took to the comments section to express their views
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A popular entertainment and social hangout in Nkawkaw, known locally as Boboshanti, has been demolished by municipal authorities over a series of violent disturbances and public safety concerns.
The unexpected demolition, which occurred over the weekend, has left many patrons in dismay.
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According to the Kwahu West Municipal Assembly, the decision was taken after repeated warnings to the owners over frequent melees, noise disturbances, and disorderly conduct that had plagued the spot in recent months.
For decades, Boboshanti has been the source of entertainment for many. Residents, including students, go there to ease stress after a hard day's work.
There have also been reports of killings at the spot. Residents in nearby neighbourhoods had reportedly complained of fights, loud music, and unruly behaviour.
The final decision to pull down the structure was reportedly taken after a young man was fatally stabbed at the spot.
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The victim, known as Baba Salau, passed away during a violent altercation at the popular spot. The details of what caused the fight are scanty.
However, it has been reported that Baba, who was in his thirties, was stabbed by an attendant of the spot over a cigarette.
Authorities storm Boboshanti to demolish it
A video of the demolition exercise, which has surfaced online, showed a bulldozer, flanked by authorities in the area, carrying out the demolition.
Patrons and staff were seen gathering at the site, some heartbroken as the once-thriving hotspot was reduced to rubble.
Others believe the demolition was opportunistic, capitalising on the owner's death to remove the popular but controversial spot.
The video of the demolition exercise in Nkawkaw is below:
Demolition of Boboshanti spot triggers reaction
The demolition of the Boboshantu spot in Nkawkaw has garnered several reactions on social media.
Some reacted positively to the exercise, while others were heartbroken. YEN.com.gh has compiled some of these:
@Kofi Brooks wrote:
"Legendary location. Kawsec students' favourite spot. End of an era."
@Akua ✨cylic🌹🥀💫 wrote:
"May the eighth victim rest in peace 😢.Baba Toska 😢💔."
@Rammy wrote:
"Great Tamini. He is really working in Nkawkaw."
@Beautification wrote:
"Yes. That Spot has spoiled a lot of youth in Nkawkaw Zongo Junction 😭."
@Wife of 🦋❤️darko wrote:
"Great job headmaster 🙏"
@Řï¢ħ_$₽ăřķłẽ wrote:
"Are you guys relocating the drinking spot or you’re just demolition 😳😳"
Woman weeps at Sakumono mansion destruction
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that victims of the demolition exercise at the Sakumono Ramsar site expressed frustration.
A woman who lost her mansion wept, accusing some officers of taking bribes with a promise of keeping the structures safe.
Netizens who saw the video had mixed reactions, with some sympathising with her and some criticising the upset lady.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
