The Omanhene of Bekwai Traditional Area, Nana Osei Kwadwo II, has appealed to the government, through the Ashanti Regional Minister, to ensure that the people of Bekwai benefit from a fair share of the national cake.
He emphasised the Municipality’s commitment to cooperating with the government to enhance the total development of the region and the country as a whole.
Giving audience to the Regional Minister during a familiarisation tour of the Bekwai Municipality, Nana Osei Kwadwo highlighted the infrastructure deficit in the Municipality, particularly in the area of education, roads and sanitation.
The chief pleaded with the Minister to address these challenges to improve the lives of the residents.
Reacting to the plea of the Omanhene, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, assured chiefs and the residents of Bekwai Municipality of the government’s readiness to finish all uncompleted projects and initiate new ones.
He encouraged the Assembly to use 80% of the Common Fund to make a meaningful impact on the residents.
The Minister emphasised the government’s stance against illegal mining, while encouraging responsible mining practices that prioritise environmental sustainability.
He commended the Assembly’s staff and management for their work and urged them to cooperate with the MCE to implement legacy projects.
Lawyer Raphael Opoku Adusei, the Member of Parliament for Bekwai, expressed the need for collaboration between the Regional Minister and the Assembly to address the pressing challenges affecting the constituents.
The Municipal Chief Executive, Salifu Issaka also appealed for support in completing the Assembly’s bungalow and clearance to recruit more social welfare staff.
The MCE raised concerns about the poor state of the Koneyaw Road network and appealed for its reconstruction to benefit the residents.
