The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC) is admonishing residents in the Greater Kumasi metropolis to abide strictly with directives from the Manhyia palace as the late Queenmother, Nana Konadu Yiadom III is laid to rest on Thursday September 18, 2025.

Schools and markets have been ordered to shut down on the day while Pharmacies, banks, fuel stations, restaurants, and transport operators have been excluded from the restrictions of movement.

Utility companies and essential service providers including the Electricity Company of Ghana, Ghana Water Company Limited, Fire Service, Ambulance and Health Service personnel have also been exempted.

However, they must comply with new directives from the ARCC for their easy identification during the day.

In a press release signed by the Ashanti regional minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, essential government workers must wear their official uniforms and carry valid Identification cards.

They have also been requested to commute to and from their offices in their official government vehicles.

“All exempted institutions and essential workers are advised to cooperate fully with security personnel and other regulatory agencies enforcing the movement restrictions,” portions of the statement noted.