By Samuel Ofori Boateng, GNA
Nweneso No. 3 (Ash), Dec. 15, GNA – Ms Grace Asamoah Agyeman, District Chief Executive for Atwima Kwanwoma, has appealed to the people in the area to desist from open defecation and make use of the sanitary facilities provided for them.
She said proper sanitation was a key component of community development and it was important that residents would keep their environment clean to help prevent communicable diseases.
Ms Agyeman was speaking at the inauguration of a 20-seater sanitary facility for the people of Nweneso No. 3, in the district.
It was constructed by the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, Mr Kofi Amankwa-Manu in collaboration with the district assembly.
The facility is expected to significantly improve hygiene, public health, and environmental sanitation in the community.
Ms Agyeman said the assembly would continue to partner with the MP to deliver more social infrastructure to the people in the area.
Mr Kofi Amankwa-Manu, on his part, urged the people to use the facility judiciously and take collective responsibility for its maintenance to ensure its long-term sustainability.
He reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with the District Assembly and traditional authorities to accelerate development in the area.
Mr Anthony Kwame Nsiah, assembly member for the area, expressed gratitude to the MP and the District Assembly for always responding to the needs of the community.
He assured that the community would safeguard the facility and ensure its proper use.
Nana Akwasi Abire II, chief of Nweneso No. 3, commended the government and all stakeholders involved in the project.
He appealed to residents to develop a strong sense of ownership and maintain the facility for the benefit of present and future generations.
The ceremony was witnessed by former District Chief Executive, Hon. Prince Karikari, chiefs from Trede, opinion leaders, and a large gathering of community members, who expressed appreciation for the intervention.
GNA
Edited by Kwabia Owusu-Mensah/Christian Akorlie