ADUM BLUELIGHT FIRE: Traders Apologise To Muntaka, Call For Return Of Donated Items

The executives of the BlueLight Traders Association (BTLA) have rendered an apology to the Minister of Interior, Mohammed-Muntaka Mubarak, after initially rejecting his donation of food supplies following the recent fire outbreak at Adum Market.

In a statement signed by the association’s interim executives, the leaders condemned the actions of the individuals involved, describing the incident as unfortunate, according to a report by 3news.com.gh.

They clarified that the behavior of a few individuals did not reflect the views of the association.

“We sincerely apologize to Hon. Muntaka for this regrettable occurrence, believing strongly that this action was a result of misunderstanding and miscommunication among some members. In distressing times like these, frustrations and emotions can run high, sometimes leading to unintended expressions of displeasure. However, such conduct does not represent the values or intentions of the Association as a whole,” the statement read.

They also appealed for the return of the donated items to be properly distributed to the affected traders.

On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, during the minister’s visit to the BlueLight area to commiserate with affected victims, he donated food supplies, particularly to mothers and children who had lost their livelihoods.

However, some traders at the location mocked him and rejected the donated items, demanding other forms of assistance.

Meanwhile, watch as Adum traders hoot at interior minister, reject 1,500 bags of rice, boxes of cooking oil

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