Security big concern ahead of Stonebwoy concert
The annual show, which is free, is held in Ashaiman as a way for Stonebwoy to show his appreciation to the people of the suburb where he grew up. It is also his way to express his gratitude to his BHiM Natives, as his fan base is known, for their massive support.
The Saka Saka Park, where the concert will be held is in the heart of the Ashaiman Municipality. It is located near the Ashaiman -Tema overhead and is very close to the Ashaiman Toll Plaza on the Accra -Tema Motorway.
On a normal day, the park and its surrounding areas is swallowed by filth, with some residents around the area turning portions of the Park into a dump site.
The Saka Saka Park also serves as a scrap yard
A scrap yard is close to the Park and occasionally, scrap dealers resort to burning car tyres to get the metal linings but on the night, it will be transformed into a fitting concert venue.
Although people are excited when Stonebwoy and his other musician friends storm the town, this year, security is of major concern because of some incidents that occurred at last year’s concert which even overshadowed the success of the show.
An alleged knife attack left Stonebwoy’s wife, Dr Louisa Satekla injured. According to reports, a tent, which served as a waiting area for performing artistes and VIP guests was ripped in the knife attack. The unknown assailants ended up stabbing Louisa’s back and she was reportedly rushed to a hospital.
Stonebwoy later took to Facebook posting: “Knife cuts Tru My Tent Missed Me As Target And Cuts wifey on her back side! Minute Before I Hit Stage! But #IstillDeliveredForMyPeople and Rushed To The hospital right after I Got Off Stage… ”.
The Ashaiman police at the time indicated they were yet to receive a formal complaint from the musician.
Though many industry watchers believed the story of the attack was made up to hype the show, the Top Skanka singer denied making up the story.
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