The Ada West District Assembly has initiated a significant development drive by handing over several projects to various institutions. These projects aim to enhance the quality of life for residents in the district. The handover ceremony took place on October 4 and 5, 2026. The projects include education, health, sanitation, transport, and water facilities. This development effort is part of the assembly's strategy to address the needs of the community.

The projects handed over include a 10-KVIP toilet facility for Koluedor Basic School, a 3-unit classroom block for D/A Basic School at Bornikope, and two 10-seater toilet facilities for Ada Secondary Technical (ASTECH). Additionally, a bus terminal shed was handed over to Sege GPRTU. These facilities are expected to improve access to quality education and sanitation. The assembly also handed over a 6-unit classroom block, office, store, staff common room, and furniture for D/A Basic School at Aditcherekope.

In the healthcare sector, the assembly handed over a CHPS compound and two-unit staff quarters to Luhour, complete with office furniture. Another CHPS compound with mid-wife accommodation was handed over to Lolonya, along with furniture and a 10,000-liter poly tank. These healthcare facilities aim to improve access to quality healthcare services for residents. The projects were funded through the assemblies' allocation from the District Assembly Common Fund.

District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ada West, Mr. Jerry John Mills Nkrumah, emphasized the importance of the projects during the handover ceremony. He stated that the facilities would help improve access to quality healthcare, education, and sanitation. Mr. Nkrumah noted that the projects were intended to ease the difficulties faced by residents and school children in accessing these essential services.

Mr. Nkrumah encouraged the community to take ownership of the projects and ensure their maintenance. He emphasized that the projects belonged to the people and that collective effort was needed to protect them from misuse. The DCE also noted that the projects represented only phase one of the development plan and demonstrated what could be achieved when the community and leadership worked together.

The projects are expected to have a positive impact on the lives of residents in the district. The assembly's efforts to improve education, healthcare, and sanitation align with the needs of the community. The handover of these projects marks a significant milestone in the district's development drive. The community is expected to benefit from improved access to quality services.

The Ada West District Assembly's development drive is a significant step towards improving the quality of life for residents. The projects handed over are expected to make a positive impact on education, healthcare, and sanitation in the district. The assembly's efforts demonstrate its commitment to addressing the needs of the community.

Key points

  • The Ada West District Assembly hands over development projects to improve education, healthcare, and sanitation in the district.
  • The projects were funded through the assemblies' allocation from the District Assembly Common Fund.
  • The district chief executive encourages the community to take ownership of the projects and ensure their maintenance.

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