Cape Coast, July 1, GNA - For some traders and market women in the Cape Coast township, the 'Republic Day' otherwise known as the 'Senior Citizens day' holiday, on Tuesday, was no different from any other day.

It was for them, business as usual, as they opened their shops and stalls in anticipation of doing brisk business while some people visited the Cape Coast castle to acquaint themselves with its history.

The atmosphere in the town in general, was however a little subdued, as the usual rush of crowds and vehicular traffic, associated with the normal working days, was absent.

At Cape Coast central, pockets of youth could be seen strolling or gathered in front of houses chatting, eagerly waiting to 'storm' night clubs to entertain themselves in the evening.

Some residents, particularly workers, might have taken advantage of the holiday, to go to Elmina to witness the lifting of the ban on fishing in the 'Benya lagoon', as part of activities marking the annual 'bakatue' festival of the chiefs and people of the Edina Traditional Area.

The highlight of the day's celebration, was however the hosting of more than 100 senior citizens including retired educationists and civil Servants, accompanied by their spouses, to a luncheon at the residency of the Central Regional Minister, as the day has been set aside for them in honour of their contribution to country's development.