A/R: Mpatuam residents protest over deaths in military clash

Residents of Mpatuam in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region have taken to the streets to protest the deaths of two people, including the Assembly Member for the Esaase Dominase Electoral Area. The fatalities occurred during violent clashes with military officers earlier this week. The confrontations, which broke out on Monday and Tuesday, have heightened tensions in the community. Reports indicate the clashes began after soldiers confronted residents allegedly attempting to access a mining concession belonging to Asanko Gold. Sekyi Michael, the Assembly Member for Mpatuam West, confirmed…

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