Kumasi's mayor faces backlash for threatening to flog traders as part of a city decongestion plan.

Kumasi's Mayor, Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, faces criticism for threatening to flog traders who refuse to vacate unauthorized trading zones as part of a city decongestion plan starting April 16. The Minority Caucus and human rights groups condemn the mayor's "military-democratic" approach, calling for a more lawful and humane enforcement method. The mayor defends his stance, arguing it's necessary to enforce discipline and order in the city.