Wenchi: The chiefs and opinion leaders of Subinso Number Two in the Wenchi Municipality of the Bono Region have urgently called for police and military protection. This plea comes in response to the recent arrival of hundreds of asylum seekers in Subinso Number Two, a commercial hub in the Bono Region.
According to Ghana News Agency, these asylum seekers, predominantly women and children, have fled their homes in the Sawla/Tuna Kalba District of the Savannah Region due to violent clashes in Gbinyiri. The conflict, which erupted on August 24, 2025, over a land dispute, has resulted in the loss of approximately 10 lives and left many injured.
In an interview with GNA at Subinso Number Two, Mr. Samuel Anane, the Assembly Member for the area, revealed that around 450 migrants have sought refuge in the town. He expressed concerns about the situation, stating, "We don't know what will happen next as the migrants keep arriving in the town." Mr. Anane emphasized the need for enhanced security, noting that the existing community watchdog committee is insufficient for ensuring the safety of both migrants and residents.
The local chiefs and opinion leaders have made efforts to provide shelter for the displaced individuals and are appealing for government assistance. Mr. Anane mentioned that, with the market day coinciding with the influx, they have managed to gather some food items like gari, yams, and rice. However, he stressed that these supplies are inadequate and called for additional food aid and clothing to support the migrants.
During a visit on Wednesday, GNA observed that many of the migrants were nursing mothers carrying their infants, underscoring the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate intervention.
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