In an effort to clap back at criticisms against erecting a statue in honour of President Akufo-Addo, traditional leaders in the Upper Dixcovie Traditional Area have touted the government’s achievements chalked in the region.
President of the Upper Dixcovie Traditional Council, Obrempong Hima Dekyi XIV in a press release, praised the president in the area of infrastructural development, describing the incumbent’s presidential leadership as transformative.
“His government has been instrumental in spearheading various monumental projects aimed at enhancing the infrastructure and public services of our region.
“Key projects include the rehabilitation of the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital, construction of a three-tier interchange in Takoradi, the resurfacing of the Tarkwa-Takoradi road, and the redevelopment of the Takoradi Market Circle,” the statement said.
The release comes after days of intense criticisms which greeted the dedication of a statue at the Effia-Nkwanta roundabout in Takoradi honouring President Akufo-Addo for his contributions to the Western Region’s development.
According to the traditional council, the projects will “provide a long-awaited facelift for the region”.
Citing previous instances of honouring outstanding citizens, the Upper Dixcovie Traditional Council explained that it was standard procedure on its part to appreciate individuals who contributed enormously to development of the region.
“Over the years, the Nananom have recognized several distinguished Ghanaians, including Hon. Georgina Bus-Kowfie of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, Master Cudjoe of Ghana Secondary Technical School, and various Assembly members.
“Notably, the “Anita Mensah Road” was named after a renowned hotelier affectionately known as Aminens acknowledging her lasting impact on the region,” the statement added.
