Accra, April 9, – Security has been restored at the Adjen-Kotoku Onion Market in the Amasaman Constituency after a confrontation involving some Ghanaian traders and their Nigerian counterparts.
The incident is believed to have been triggered by accusations that the Nigerian traders had failed to adhere to agreed trade regulations governing activities at the market.
According to the Adjen-Kotoku District Police Command, three individuals have since reported cases of alleged assault in connection with the disturbance.
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Ebenezer Kannor told the press that investigations were ongoing, adding that the precise cause of the clash, which reportedly involved gunfire, is yet to be determined.
He noted that the incident occurred on Monday, April 6, 2026, during a meeting involving leaders of five trader associations aimed at discussing market regulations.
On the local trading front, Mr Imoro Sutan, Chairman of the Progressive Cooperative Onion Farmers and Traders Association, said calm had returned and expressed satisfaction with the restoration of order.
He explained that several associations operating in the market—including the Progressive Cooperative Onion Farmers and Traders Association, Accra Onion Sellers’ Association, Patriotic Onion Sellers’ Association, Ghana Youth Onion Sellers’ Association, and GAPTO Onion Sellers’ Association—were complying with existing rules, except their Nigerian counterparts.
Mr Sutan further called for clearly documented regulatory guidelines to govern trading activities and prevent future disputes.
Meanwhile, Mr Oscar Akaba, National Coordinator of the Cross Border Traders Association, said steps were being taken to strengthen regulation of cross-border trade in line with ECOWAS protocols.
He disclosed this during a visit to the market on Wednesday, April 8, where he engaged stakeholders on the situation.
Mr Akaba said a committee had been set up following consultations with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry after the clash.
The committee, which he heads, is expected to address broader cross-border trade challenges, including stranded Ghanaian trucks at the Benin–Nigeria border and onion-loaded trucks in Ghana awaiting clearance to offload.
Authorities say engagements are ongoing as efforts continue to stabilise trade relations and prevent further disruptions.
GHBUSS
9 April 2026
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