I’m Not the Villain You Think I Am – Kumasi Mayor
Newly appointed Mayor of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Ofori Agyemang Boadi—widely known as King Zuba—has responded to growing public criticisms, urging residents to stop casting unfair judgments on his leadership.
In an interview on Nkwantannanso with Kofi Boakye, King Zuba defended his character and intentions, insisting that he is not the oppressive figure some have painted him to be.
“I’m not the kind of leader who would harass the people of Kumasi.”
King Zuba also paid tribute to the late Nana Akwasi Agyemang, describing him as one of Kumasi’s most courageous and visionary leaders.
He noted that he draws inspiration from the late mayor’s legacy and hopes to emulate his bold leadership.
Addressing sanitation and order in the city, King Zuba expressed frustration over the sight of cattle roaming freely along major roads, particularly from the Kumasi Airport to the Manhyia Palace.
“This is unacceptable. It tarnishes the image of our city,” he stressed.
Touching on the controversial Kejetia Phase 2 project, the mayor acknowledged the difficult decision of relocating some traders but emphasized that the process is being handled with care.
“We’ve secured a 12-acre land at Race Course worth over GHC 1.9 million, but traders refuse to move. We are not rushing anyone, but the law must work,” he said.
He revealed that the first phase of his relocation strategy will begin with removing traders operating on roadsides and commercial drivers who have created unauthorized terminals.
As part of his sanitation push, King Zuba announced a city-wide clean-up exercise to be launched within two weeks, targeting areas heavily littered by trading activity.
He stressed that progress cannot be achieved without the collective effort of Kumasi residents.
“We must all rise and act—ending roadside trading, hawking, and cattle rearing along our key roads is a shared responsibility. These activities are not only hazardous to human life but also damage our roads, diverting funds from other communities in need,” he explained.
King Zuba concluded by calling for unity and support, assuring the people of Kumasi that his goal is to build a cleaner, safer, and more modern city for everyone.
