By Godwill Arthur-Mensah, GNA
Accra, Nov. 12, GNA – Madam Elikplim Akurugu, Member of Parliament (MP) for Dome-Kwabenya Constituency in Accra, has distributed fuel coupons to commercial transport operators in her constituency to ease their operational costs.
The beneficiaries, comprising ‘trotro’ drivers and commercial motorbike operators, popularly known as ‘okada’ riders, received fuel coupons valued at GH¢200 and GH¢100, respectively.
The initiative formed part of the MP’s community engagement programme aimed at strengthening ties with constituents, understanding their concerns and providing practical support to improve their livelihoods.
The outreach covered several communities and transport stations within the constituency, including Haatso Station, Dome East, Abokobi, Agbogba, Haatso, Kwabenya, Dome West, Taifa North and Taifa South.
During the exercise, Madam Akurugu interacted with the drivers and riders, listened to their concerns and acknowledged their contribution to the provision of transport services and economic activities within the constituency.
Speaking to the media after the exercise, she described the initiative as a personal commitment to supporting transport operators and maintaining regular contact with constituents.
“This is personal for me. I want to be close to my people. I want to hear them, understand their challenges and support them in whatever little way I can. When I see them smile, I feel fulfilled,” she said.
She said the feedback from the operators would inform future interventions and guide her engagement with other groups within the constituency.
Madam Akurugu reaffirmed her commitment to engaging communities across the constituency and pursuing initiatives to improve the welfare and living conditions of residents.
Some beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the gesture, describing it as timely support that would help offset part of their daily fuel costs and other operational expenses.
Mr Stephen Tetteh, a ‘trotro’ driver at Haatso Station, said although the support was modest, it demonstrated the MP’s concern for the welfare of transport operators.
He said the gesture underscored the importance of public officials remaining accessible and responsive to the needs of ordinary citizens.
The fuel coupon distribution by the MP forms part of her broader community outreach efforts, with particular attention to groups whose daily activities contribute significantly to the local economy.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe
Reporter: Godwill Arthur-Mensah
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