Ashanti Regional Minister Urges Planners to Uphold Integrity and Professionalism 

Ashanti Regional Minister Urges Planners to Uphold Integrity and Professionalism

From Ernest Best Anane, Kumasi

Dr. Frank Amoakohene, The Ashanti Regional Minister, has tasked planners and technicians of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to discharge their duties with integrity, transparency, and professionalism.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of Spatial Planning Committees and Technical Sub-committees, Dr. Amoakohene emphasized that the committees’ sole purpose is to perform spatial planning and human settlements management functions.

He reminded them that communities are counting on them to ensure proper development according to approved planning standards. The inauguration gives them the legal backing to operate and perform their mandates.

Dr. Amoakohene urged the committees to ensure district and local plans are carried out as approved, and development permits are issued according to Act 215. He stressed that the committees’ purpose is to ensure sustainable development, protect the environment, and reserve areas for important infrastructure like roads and drainage.

The Minister stated that Spatial Planning Committees play a crucial role in Ensuring development aligns with approved plans and regulations, and Issuing permits and monitoring compliance with building codes and zoning laws.

He said the Committees also ensure Safeguarding natural resources and promoting sustainable development, Planning and coordinating infrastructure like roads, water, and sanitation.

He disclosed that MMDAs’ development plans typically includes

Setting development goals and priorities,  Identifying projects that align with national and regional priorities,  Securing funding and resources for projects Executing projects and monitoring progress.