Ashanti Regional Minister Urges MMDAs to Prioritize Sanitation and Healthcare

Ashanti Regional Minister Urges MMDAs to Prioritize Sanitation and Healthcare

From Ernest Best Anane,Tepa

Dr. Frank Amoakohene, The Ashanti Regional Minister, has called on Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to prioritize sanitation and healthcare in their development agenda.

According to him, sanitation, hygiene, and healthcare are basic necessities that require attention and resources.

Dr. Amoakohene noted that the government has allocated 10% of the Assemblies’ Common Fund for sanitation and healthcare each.

He urged the management and staff of the Assemblies to make maximum use of working hours and involve the people in government projects to protect their health and well-being.

He emphasized that the government has dedicated 80% of the Assembly Common Fund for priority areas, including healthcare, education, and infrastructure development.

The Regional Minister highlighted the government’s developmental agenda, which includes providing access to potable drinking water, educational support, primary healthcare, and completing abandoned projects. He also emphasized the need to eradicate illicit mining, protect the environment, and support corporate institutions that want to work with the government to reclaim destroyed lands.

The Municipal Chief Executive for Ahafo Ano North, Mr. Kwesi Adusei, expressed his commitment to creating opportunities for women, enhancing gender balance, and improving infrastructure to create jobs for the youth. He appealed for support to achieve the developmental agenda for the Municipality.

Dr. Amoakohene reiterated the government’s determination to protect the environment and ensure that those engaging in illegal mining face the full rigor of the law. He urged the public to support the government’s efforts to promote sustainable development and protect the lives of the majority.