President Akufo-Addo has emphasized that the government is now closer to the people than ever before in the history of Ghana.
He made this statement during an inaugural speech delivered on his behalf at Hohoe by Dr. Eric Oduro Osae. President Akufo-Addo noted the progress made on several fronts with the decentralisation reforms that started in 1988.
He urged the members of the District Assembly to establish strong partnerships and collaborate with the local structures to facilitate the work of the Assembly. President Akufo-Addo also called on the Members to work closely with each other to create innovative ways of mobilising the needed resources for the development within their areas.
The President also emphasized the importance of good governance entailing the active citizenry participation in the development process, urging the Assembly to create platforms including town hall meetings and community durbar.
Hohoe Municipal Chief Executive, Daniel Noble Awume, also noted the commitment required from the Members to contribute to the growth and development of the citizenry of Hohoe. He assured that the Assembly would provide all the necessary logistics and support members would need to deliver their mandate.
The inauguration of 259 District Assemblies out of a total of 261 is currently underway nationwide, showcasing the government’s commitment to bringing governance closer to the people. This emphasizes the dedication to improving the living standards of the people in Ghana.
