By James Esuon
Akropong (C/R), Jan 27, GNA – The Chiefs and People of Gomoa Akropong No. 2 in the Gomoa Central District have climaxed activities marking 70 years of settlement with a colourful durbar and the annual Akwambo Festival.
The week-long celebration featured a visit to the town’s ancestral home at Dadawodo, aimed at recounting the community’s migration history and rekindling communal spirit among the youth to support development initiatives.
Other activities included a clean-up exercise, health walk and cultural displays.
Nana Odum Amanfo VI, Chief of Gomoa Akropong No. 2 and Amankrahene of the Gomoa Ajumako Traditional Area, said the town’s founders settled with a clear vision that had driven progress in education, sanitation, water supply and other social amenities.
He urged parents to prioritise education, saying, “it’s a catalyst for development.”
Mr Hackman Aidoo, the Gomoa Central District Chief Executive, announced plans to construct a three-unit classroom block for the SDA Junior High School and called on residents to support government development programmes.
Mr Kwame Asare Obeng, Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, donated 100 bags of cement towards a two-storey ICT centre and pledged to supply computers and internet connectivity.
Individuals who had contributed to health, education and community development were honoured during the celebration.
The MP promised to donate computers and accessories and further pledged to provide internet connectivity at the ICT centre.
Citizens who have contributed to health delivery, educational structures and others to facilitate quality living standards of the town were honoured for their services.
GNA
Edited by Alice Tettey/Benjamin Mensah