An accountability programe was held at EP School at 10:00 a.m. to engage the public and allow Heads of Departments and Units to respond to questions and concerns from the communities. All Heads of Departments and Units were requested to be prepared to address issues raised by participants.
The programme commenced as scheduled, and the following issues and concerns were raised by community members:
Issues Raised by Communities
Ntumda, Tepo, and Tayi Communities:
Representatives from the communities of Ntumda, Tepo, and Tayi informed the Assembly of their need for a market facility to enhance commercial activities and improve livelihoods.
Asakyiri Community:
The Asakyiri community requested the provision of hospital wards or beds to complement the existing CHPS compound. They further indicated the need for a market facility to support proper healthcare delivery and improve socio-economic conditions.
Ahenkro Community:
The Ahenkro community appealed for the construction of their market. They also requested efforts to establish a radio station in the community to improve information dissemination. Additionally, they raised concerns about low electricity voltage and requested the provision of an additional transformer to address the challenge.
The community further emphasized the need for the Assembly to engage and inform them when new projects are being awarded, so they can support implementation and foster mutual cooperation rather than confrontational relations.
The Assembly Member for the area added that measures should be adopted to address the high transportation costs within the area. Concerns were also raised regarding the construction of a polyclinic for the people of Bumbulla, Wurupong, and surrounding communities.
Ahumudwo Community:
The people of Ahumudwo acknowledged the Assembly for the construction of a CHPS compound in the community. However, they indicated that they currently lack office space and requested that efforts be made to address the issue.
Responses from District Officials
The District Chief Executive (DCE), in response, assured participants that communities would be informed whenever new projects are to be implemented. He further indicated that processes have begun to address the issues of transportation costs, the provision of an additional transformer, and the installation of meters for newly constructed boreholes.
The Planning Officer also assured participants that all electricity-related issues raised would be examined. He indicated that the Ahenkro market issue would be reviewed. He further explained that before a polyclinic or any major project is constructed, certain processes must be followed, including assessing the population of the area and other relevant conditions, as government projects are targeted to address specific groups and needs.
The District Coordinating Director (DCD) appealed to chiefs and members present to exercise patience with the Assembly regarding past issues that may have negatively affected the image of the Biakoye District Assembly. He urged all stakeholders to let past issues remain in the past and focus on present and future development, emphasizing that collective cooperation is essential for the development of the Biakoye District.
