Information Services Department

14/01/2025

WENCHI: ISD EDUCATES PUBLIC ON NEW CURRICULUM INTRODUCED BY NACCA SECONDARY SCHOOLS

The Municipal Directorate of the Information Services Department (ISD) has embarked on a Public Education Campaign (PEC) on new Curriculum that has been developed and introduced for implementation by the National Council for Curriculum Assessment (NaCCA) for Secondary Education in Ghana.

The Public Education Campaign (PEC) sought to provide details on the dimensions of the new Curriculum and sensitize Stakeholders and the general public. The PEC Team led by the the Municipal Information Officer Mr Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo carried out the Exercise on the Information Mobile Cinema Van, Community Information Centres (CICs), Radio Stations in the Area.

The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) has introduced a new Curriculum for Secondary Education comprising Senior High Schools SHS), Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) as well as Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Schools in Ghana witha central theme "Ghana's New Future: Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow".

The Information Services Department in Wenchi is on an intensive Public Education Campaign (PEC) sensitising Stakeholders and the general public about the new Curriculum developed and implemented by the Council.

Beginning 2024/2025 Academic Year, the new Curriculum takes effect with the new 1st Year SHS Students who had reported to School.

The new Curriculum seeks to equip all learners with the requisite knowledge, practical skills, competencies, character qualities and shared Ghanaian values to help achieve their full potential in life. The new Curriculum will prepare and challenge learners to live responsible adult life, further their education and enter the world of work with utmost control and command over their profession.

The new Curriculum focuses on national values and educate a generation of youth who are proud of our country and contribute effectively and meaningfully to national development. To replace the Teacher-know-all System of teaching. Instil practicality into our lessons to fit into their field of expertise. To end the "chew-pour-pass and forget" education system with Standard-based curriculum.

Features of the new Curriculum;
Subject Flexibility: The new Curriculum offers learners the freedom to choose subjects that align with their interests, practical skills and career aspirations.

Subject Combinations: The new Curriculum allows learners to choose between a total minimum of 7 Subjects thus 4 Core and 3 Electives and a maximum of 9 Subjects thus 4 Core and 5 Electives for the three years. Some of the Subjects can be selected for one year along the line in the 3 year course. JHS graduates entering the SHS will choose general learning areas such as General Arts, Science, Languages, STEM, Applied Technology, Home Economics, Business Studies.

Innovation and Adaptability: The new Curriculum prepares learners for the modern world by teaching skills like critical thinking, problem-solving and creativity. Future ready empowering learners to excel in today's job market with the 21st Century practical skills designed to meet the challenges and opportunities tomorrow.

Learner Centred: The new Curriculum places the learner at the centre of teaching and learning encouraging discovery and exploration. The learner is the core with hands-on, interactive learning that builds on their existing life experiences, knowledge and understanding. The teacher is the Facilitator.

Culture Relevance: The new Curriculum instills pride in Ghana's heritage, Ghanaian values integrated into daily learning to foster responsible citizenship.

Balanced Assessment: The new Curriculum entails balanced assessments beyond theoretical exams to practical, project-based and performance-driven evaluations.

Philosophy and Subject Vision: Each Subject has its own philosophy and vision, which sets out why the subject is being taught and its contribution to national development.

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion: The new Curriculum is not only a modern educational tool, but also a social transformation drive in Ghana to create a more inclusive society where every learner can succeed regardless of gender or background.

The new Curriculum prioritizes equipping learners with the 21st Century skills and Ghanaian values needed for their personal growth, future education, professional careers and leadership. It captures the essence of building responsible, skilled and proud generation ready to lead and contribute to Ghana's development while resonating with all target audiences including students, teachers, parents.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/15th Nov 2024

13/01/2025

WENCHI: MP ALHAJI SEIDU HARUNA SWORN INTO OFFICE

The Member of Parliament (MP) and Member of Parliament Elect (MP Elect) for the Wenchi Constituency Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna, has been sworn into Office Tuesday midnight 7th January2025, having been duly elected on Saturday 7th December 2024 in the General Elections. He took the Oath of Member of Parliament which is the Official Oath of Office and the Oath of Allegiance which is also the official oath of Loyalty to the nation and by extension the Wenchi Constituency he represents. He was part of the 275 Elected Members of Parliament into the 9th Parliament who were sworn in with the Oaths administered by the re-elected Speaker of Parliament Right Hon Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin as by Law established.

He won his first bid on 7th December 2020 General Elections into the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana and assumed Office on 7th January 2021 in the 8th Parliament of Ghana having defeated the then NPP MP and Minister for Planning Professor George Gyan Baffour and has been re-elected a Member of the 9th Parliament Parliament. He won the 2020 Parliamentary Polls with 26,068 votes representing 51.1% of the total votes against the NPP's longest serving MP Professor George Yaw Gyan Baffour for 16 years who obtained 23,102 votes representing 45.3% of the total votes. Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna retained the Seat for the 2nd term in the just ended December 7, 2024 Polls with certified Parliamentary results by the Electoral Commission, where he polled 26,549 votes representing 55.7% against the NPP Parliamentary Candidate Hon Kojo Frempong who polled 20,941 votes representing 43.9% while Independent Candidate for the New Force David Nana K**i polled 191 thus 0.4%. Total Registered Voters on the Constituency Electoral Roll 74,047. Total Votes Cast 48,245. Total Valid Votes 47,681 in the just ended 2024 General Elections.

Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna is a Ghanaian politician, born on 4th February, 1974 and hails from Wenchi in the Bono Region of Ghana, a Muslim and a proud member of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC). He had his Basic and Secondary Education in Wenchi where he attended Wenchi Senior Secondary School (WESS) and proceeded to the then Sunyani Polytechnic (S-Poly) now Sunyani Technical University (STU). He further proceeded to the University for his 1st Degree. He holds Masters Degree in Business Administration and Marketing. Until his election in 2020, he was the Administrative Manager and Marketer for Lamini Investments Ghana Limited (LIGL)) He is a large scale farmer.

He was a Member of the Special Budget Committee, as well as Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee in the 8th Parliament. He was one of the effective performing MPs in Parliament and most visible and accessible MP the Wenchi Constituency has ever had. His non-partisan approach to issues is most admirable. His wide range of indepth knowledge and expertise in holding Ministers of State and duty bearers to account on their responsibilities has been widely admired and applauded by many Political Watchers and Political Scientists and Analysts as the best approach to developmental issues. His contributions and holistic approach and contribution to issues on the Floor of Parliament during Parliamentary proceedings in one turn always deserves another. On Tuesday 15th February 2022, he held the Minister for Roads and Highways to the question in Parliament to explain the cause of delay in completing the Wenchi Township Road Projects which were speedily commenced in the wake of the 2020 General Elections. Again, on Wednesday 9th February 2022, he also asked the Minister for Education to explain cause of abandoned Classroom Block Projects since 2017 and when Contractors would resume work.

He is calm and collected, affable and good listener, humble and respecter of all persons, receptive and acceptive of all, kindest of kind, accessible, committed, dedicated and hardworking. He is highly moral and civil, development and results oriented.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/9th Jan 2025

12/01/2025

WENCHI: PARAMOUNT CHIEF (WENCHIMANHENE) ORDERS GALAMSEY OPERATORS TO VACATE

The Paramount Chief of the Wenchi Traditional Area and President of the Traditional Council His Royal Highness Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III has ordered illegal Miners popularly known as "Galamsey" operators to end their mining activities and operations with immediate effect and vacate the area without delay.

In a strong worded message the Wenchimanhene vehemently denied granting any form of approval to the illegal Miners to operate in any part of land in the Area. The Overlord explained that he was only informed by some Miners seeking his attention to carry out Minerals Exploration in the Area which is a technical exercise in search of natural resource deposits such as gold, iron ore, aluminium, manganese and other resources. He asked the Team to produce their documents and proof of Exploration License granted them by the Minerals Commission (as they claimed) and submit to the Traditional Council for deliberation and decision. The Team asked for 2-weeks to submit their license to the Wenchimanhene and meet the Traditional Council with their documents but never returned. Only to receive information in his utter utmost surprise that some illegal Miners were operating in the Atuna Area near Jansoso in the Kaamu-Jansoso Electoral Area.

The Paramount condemned the activities and vowed to flash out the Galamsey Operators and deal ruthlessly with anybody even any Chief involved or culpable or associated with the nefarious activity that has the tendency to destroy the Tain River and other water bodies in the Area endangering the livelihood of his people. He further vowed never to sacrifice the destiny of the Wenchi Traditional Area in exchange for any selfish parochial interest at the detriment of his people. He reiterated his solemn pledge and the Oath of Allegiance he swore to protect, defend the integrity, dignity and the sanctity of the Wenchi Paramountcy and ensure development of his people.

Followed by an Official Press Statement released, the Overlord ordered the illegal Miners to;
1. stop their operations by close of day 6pm Sunday 5th January 2025.
2. vacate the premises without delay.
3. remove all machines and equipment from the sites.
4. fill and cover completely all excavated pits to avert all related potential dangers.
5. restore all destroyed lands to their original state to preserve the integrity of the Area.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/5th Jan 2025.

07/01/2025

WENCHI: PARAMOUNT CHIEF (WENCHIMANHENE) MARKS YAM FESTIVAL

The Paramount Chief (Omanhene) of the Wenchi Traditional Area His Royal Highness Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III has celebrated the Wenchi Yam Festival with a clarion call on the people of Wenchi to unite and help develop the area.

Addressing Chiefs, Queen Mothers and people of the area, the Paramount Chief expressed his sincere gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to the people for the continuous massive support offered him since he assumed the throne. He entreated the people to embrace unity, togetherness, neighbourly love to accelerate development. The Paramount Chief reiterated his continuous strong call for establishment of Factory in the area to create jobs for the teeming youth. He cautioned against indiscriminate Bushfires in this harmattan season.

The Paramount Chief emphasized the need for peace and unity as the December 7, 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections had come to a successful end, hence the need for all to support the President of the Republic His Excellency John Dramani Mahama and put aside political differences for national development.

The celebration of the festival marked the end of the traditional calendar season of bumper harvest and the beginning of a new season. It was also an occasion to appease and honour the gods and ancestors of the land through Thanksgiving and traditional supplication with special pouring of libations to ask their continuous blessings and protection upon the people. During the occasion, foodstuffs of many kinds were gathered and presented at the feet of the Overlord of the Land His Royal 0Highness Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III and the Council of Chiefs and Queen Mothers, symbolizing bumper harvest of food produce from the land. The mobilization and presentation of the foodstuffs was done by leadership of the local Market Women and traders led by the Wenchi Market Queen Nana B. Bodom.

The occasion brought together Religious Leaders, Clergy, Tribal Chiefs, Organisations and Institutions, Associations, amongst others. The occasion was also graced by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) with a high powered delegation led by the Member of Parliament and MP-Elect for the Wenchi Constituency Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna with the Constituency Executives representing the President-Elect, the National Chairman Hon Johnson Asiedu Nketia and the Party leadership.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/10th Dec 2024

07/01/2025

WENCHI: TRADITIONAL COUNCIL HOLDS CORONATION AND 5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF NEW PARAMOUNT CHIEF

The Wenchi Traditional Council of Chiefs and Queen Mothers has held the Corronation and 5th Anniversary Celebration of the Paramount Chief of the Wenchi Traditional Area His Royal Highness Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III under the theme "Tradition Meets Transformation".

The purpose of the occasion was to amongst others; officially introduce, outdoor and present the new Overlord of the land to the people in fulfillment of culture and custom and tradition. It was also an opportunity for the new Paramount Chief and the people to familiarize themselves as the occasion marked his first public appearance since September 2019 after successfully going through all the traditional and customary rites associated with the Stool.

Addressing a grand durbar of Chiefs and people from across the country and beyond, Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III expressed appreciation for the massive support from the Kingsmen and the good people of Wenchi since ascension to the throne. He called for unity and more hands on deck to accelerate development as he pledged his commitment, hard work and sacrifice to develop the Wenchi Traditional Area.

The Paramount Chief of the Dormaa Traditional (Dormaamanhene) Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Dr Agyemang Badu II who Chaired the occasion as the Special Guest of Honour pledged his unwavering support for the Wenchimanhene for the development of Wenchi. He called for unity and cautioned against bigotry that would undermine the supremacy and dignity of the Wenchi Traditional Stool.

The colourful Ceremony brought together Traditional Rulers of various Paramountcies, Religious Leaders, Government Officials, Political Activists, Organisations and Institutions, Social and Tribal Groups, people from all walks of life, far and near, home and abroad. There were different cultural dance and performances amidst highly competitive drumming and dancing showcasing the rich culture, custom and tradition of the people of Wenchi. The newly installed Paramount Chief rode in palanquine majestically through the Principal Streets with chants and cheers, pop and pageantry with royal praises and appellations from a mammoth crowd in acknowledgement signifying a new dawn. The ensconcement of Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III symbolized his official crown, elevation and authority.

Businesses ground to a halt as people thronged to the streets to witness and join in the celebration and jubilation as the Chief danced to the traditional tunes and waved at the people who poured out onto the Streets. The Streets were awashed with drumming and dancing. The Corronation Ceremony as a significant milestone will continue to have a lasting impact on the history and development of the Wenchi Traditional Area.

As part of weeklong programme and activities prior to the Grand Durbar, the Traditional Council in collaboration with the Municipal Assembly organised a massive Clean-Up Exercise, Bomb-Fire, visit to historical sites and other traditional rites. After the Grand Durbar, Dinner for Fund Raising was held to establish "Wenchi Development Fund" towards the development and progress of the Area.

Married and known in his private life as Peter Abrefa K. Damoah before enstoolment, the Paramount Chief Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III is a Public Service Senior Officer at the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) Product Certification Department, Accra. Having worked in various capacities in reputable Organisations as Sales and Operations Manager, the Beige Bank as a Banker and Relationship Officer, Human Resource Management (HR) Consultant, including the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to date as part of his contributions to national development. He holds Master of Science Degree (MSc) in Supply Chain Management (SCM) from the Coventry University in the United Kingdom (UK), Bachelor of Science in Administration, Human Resource Management and Computer knowledge Proficiency from the Central University-Ghana. He is innovative, goal oriented, focused, a good communicator, a strong team player with the ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to new developments, has great ideas and good interpersonal skills. Highly sociable with respect and down to earth for all manner of persons irrespective of their age, race, gender, culture, disability, religion. He loves Reading, watching Soccer, playing Snooker as his hobbies. Born in September 1987, the Corronation and 5th Anniversary celebration of his enstoolment coincided with his 37th Birthday.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/21st Sep 2024

03/01/2025

WENCHI: STAKEHOLDERS HOLD TRAINING WORKSHOP ON RCCE

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) in collaboration with its Development Partner the World Health Organisation (WHO) has held a Capacity Building Training Workshop for Stakeholders on Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE).

The objectives of the Training Workshop was to amongst others equip Stakeholders with the requisite knowledge, skills and expertise so as to strengthen their capacity and ability to carry out effective and efficient Communication and Community Engagement on Health issues with the overall aim to build heightened public trust and achieve better public health outcomes.

Addressing Stakeholders at the Workshop, the Country Preparedness & IHR Officer Dr Sally Ann Ohene of the World Health Organisation (WHO) indicated their resolve to continuously collaborate with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) as Development Partners, emphasising the priorities of the World Health Organisation (WHO) such as; working towards universal health coverage, protecting against health emergencies and ensuring healthy lives and well-being for all at all ages. Thereby, committing resources and providing technical back-stopping in complementing collaborative efforts to improve the health of the people. The World Health Organisation Team included the Programme Management Officer of Dr Uzoma Ajegbo.

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) Resource Team consisted of Mr Augustine Fobi and Madam Esther from the Health Promotion Division Head Office Accra, Bono Regional Health Promotion Officer Nana Amma Asirifi-Gyankomaa, Municipal Health Promotion Officer Ms Abigail Teiko Ossom. The Municipal Health Surveillance Officer, Mr George Agyemang and Staff at the Wenchi Health Directorate.

The RCCE Sub-Committee is a multi-disciplinary and inter-sectoral group mandated to provide technical support to effective planning and ex*****on of Risk Communication and Community Engagement during Public Health Emergencies. The goal of the RCCE is to provide coordinated and harmonized strategic approach across all RCCE activities for better response to public health emergencies and improved health outcomes. The Committee is clothed with the responsibilities to develop preparedness plan for public health emergencies, coordinate the implementation of stakeholder activities, create awareness on any disease and health threats, etc. and above all respond to community level misinformation and concerns.

Participants were trained on Public Health Emergencies & Preparedness and Response, Risk Communication & Community Engagement, Ex*****on and Deployment Strategies, Strengthening Capabilities for Misinformation Response, Misinformation Management, amongst others. Participants were put into Groups for Group Discussion and Presentation. Stakeholders included Local Council of Churches, Muslim Council, Traditional Leaders, Information Services Department (ISD) and some selected Organisations, Civil Society, Road Transport Unions, Media, amongst others.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/15th Oct 2024

03/01/2025

WENCHI: MP CONSTRUCTS TOILET FACILITY FOR AKETE COMMUNITY

The Member of Parliament and MP-Elect for the Wenchi Constituency Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna has constructed a new Toilet Facility for Akete Community in the Wenchi Constituency.

The 1No: 8-Seater Male and Female Facility Project constructed and funded by the Member of Parliament (MP) was part of his Water and Sanitation development initiatives to resolve and stop open defecation in communities to improve the health and wellbeing of the people.

Addressing the Chiefs, Opinion Leaders and people of the beneficiary Community to commission the Project for use, the MP Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna emphasized the critical role of the Facility, stressing that it was one of the surest ways to prevent cholera and other related diseases. The MP indicated his commitment to promote and improve the welfare of the people in the Constituency. He thanked the Chiefs and people of the area for their support and cooperation that has translated the initiative into a reality. He pledged to continuously carry out more developmental projects.

The former Municipal Chief Executive (Ex-MCE) Hon Alhaji Hakeeb Dauda called on the people to continually support Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna and the President-Elect His Excellency John Dramani Mahama to bring more developments. The MP was accompanied by the Constituency Executives including the Chairman Mohammed Ansumah Dallas, Organizer Mr Mohammed Suleman Akida, Communications Officer Mr Seth Kobbins, amongst others.

The Assembly Member for the area Mr Umar Osman expressed appreciation to the MP for the Project and asked for more to improve the living conditions of his people. He pledged their support for the MP to continue his good works.

The Chiefs and Imams of the area were immensely grateful and commended the MP for his initiatives and further pledged their unwavering support for him.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/Kpodo/3rd Jan 2025

01/01/2025

WENCHI: MP CONDEMNS RELIGIOUS POLITICS

The Member of Parliament and MP-Elect for the Wenchi Constituency Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna has condemned Religious Politics where the religion and religious beliefs of Candidates seeking election into political Office are placed ahead and above their abilities and capabilities, referring to the practice as a threat and most dangerous to Ghana's democracy and national development.

The MP meant and missed no words in the condemnation and rebuke of politicians who took undue advantage of religious backgrounds of Candidates and use same to appeal for votes in December 2024 General Elections under the pretext of religious tolerance and Right to Religion to campaign against the other when none of the religions practised are at war with each other. "Are Christians and Muslims at war with each other"? "Haven't we lived in religious tolerance all these years"? "Why should a Muslim Candidate emerge and all of a sudden Religion became the most topical campaign message in Ghana?" "What happens if each Religion takes entrenched position to vote for their own against the other?" The MP queried. He noted with disdain and described the development as rather divisive, treacherous and unfortunate which should never be entertained in Ghana's body politics.

He maintained that Christians and Muslims including Traditional worshippers have co-existed in peace and love, demonstrating unity in diversity for national development. He contended that religious interests should not be given room and priority over national interest with policy initiatives and programmes to develop the nation and improve the living conditions of the people. The MP believed that those who did religious politics have learnt bitter lessons as Ghanaians have rather demonstrated religious unity in diversity and voted for national development over religious partisanship and selfish political interests.

Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna made the remarks in an exclusive interview with the Information Services Department in Wenchi.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/1st Jan 2025

01/01/2025

WENCHI: MP OUTLINES PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF CONSTITUENCY

The Member of Parliament and MP-Elect for the Wenchi Constituency Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna has outlined his policy initiatives, programmes and projects to roll out in his 2nd term in Office for the development and progress of the Wenchi Constituency.

Speaking for the first time to the Information Services Department (ISD) in an exclusive interview after his victory from the December 7, 2024 Polls, the MP Alhaji Seidu Haruna disclosed his resolve to continue some legacy policy initiatives and projects he had started in his first term and plans to roll out new upcoming programmes aimed at improving the lives of the people in the Constituency.
The MP revealed that as his priorities to set the tone;
Education
To construct Kindergarten (KG) Schools for communities to enable children of school going age have access to Basic Education to end the current practice where children aged 7 years old are still home because of non availability of Basic Schools in their communities.
Provision of more Dual Desks to Schools to save pupils from lying on their bellies to study in school.
Health
Establish Mobile Clinics to recruit and deploy more nurses to reach out to the people at their doorsteps in their communities to provide healthcare services on Mobile Teams in communities where there no CHPS Compounds.
Construct Wards and other infrastructure for CHPS Compounds.
Expand CHPS Compounds to Health Centres and PolyClinics where needed.
To provide more Medical Equipment.
Agriculture
To pursue establishment of Factory.
Introduce deliberate policies such as Market Link for farmers to increase Cashew, Mango and other Cash Crops production.
Roads
To make use of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) Earth moving Machines and Equipment with trained Feeder Road Engineers and personnel to construct more roads in the area.
Water and Sanitation
To construct more Mechanized Boreholes and maintain existing ones to provide and ensure drinking water to the people.
Provide more Sanitation/Toilet and Water Water Facility Projects in communities.

The achievements made in his first term were not without challenges. As an opposition MP, Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna stated the experience as the most difficult task as ever that crippled and limited him from accessing resources and executing projects as he had wished to. However, despite the challenges, he single handedly initiated and financed many programmes and projects in the Constituency in all aspects of development including Skills Development, Education Scholarships, Free NHIS Card Registration/Renewal, distribution of Hospital Beds and Medical Equipment, Sports Development, Agriculture development and support for farmers, coupled with physical infrastructural projects such as Construction of Health Facilities, Sanitation/Toilet Facilities, Drilling and Maintenance of Mechanized Boreholes, provision of Dual Desks, Classrooms, Football Pitches. The MP reiterated his commitment to continue from wherever he left off prior to the 2024 Elections and called for more concerted efforts from all Stakeholders and well meaning citizens to achieve the needed development for the Constituency.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/1st Jan 2025

22/12/2024

WENCHI: MP TOUTS ACHIEVEMENTS IN 1ST TERM

The Member of Parliament (MP) for the Wenchi Constituency Hon Alhaji Seidu Haruna has touted his gains and achievements in his first time from 2020.

The MP made the presentation in a Media Engagement as part of his Public Engagement Series to account to the people on his stewardship as the Member of Parliament for the Constituency.

The MP enumerated his programmes and policy initiatives on completed and ongoing projects including physical infrastructural projects across the length and breadth of the Constituency. The Projects and achievements cut across every sector such as Education, Health, Agriculture, Roads, ICT, Skills Development & Interventions, Job Creation, Water & Sanitation, Sports Development, amongst others.

EDUCATION
The MP donated Desktop Computers and Laptops to Schools and Institutions. Beneficiaries included;Wenchi Senior High School (WESS), Amponsakrom M/A Basic School, Wenchi SDA Basic School, Wurompo M/A Basic School, Jensusu Anglican Basic School, St. Steven’s Catholic Preparatory School-Subinso No:2, Alhaji Benney Islamic Basic School, Wenchi Methodist 'C' Basic School, Nureea Islamic Basic School, Salvation Army Basic School- Asuano, Wenchi Model 'C' Basic School, Nkonsia M/A JHS, Imam Seidu Islamic School Wenchi, Tromeso Methodist Basic School, Tromeso R/C Basic School, Koase R/C Basic School, Al-Faruq College of Education Wenchi, Buoku L/A Primary School, Presby Basic School Wenchi, Nkonsia Chief Palace, Awisa M/A Basic School, Anthony-Yamin Krom Basic School, ASWAQ Cluster of Schools, Kanaase Basic school, Municipal Education Directorate (GES), Nkyeraa R/C 'A' Basic School, Municipal NHIS Office, CID Ghana Police Service, Branam M/A Basic School, Nkyera RC Basic School, Twenty (20) Laptops to the Teacher Unions, Five (5) Laptops to Wenchi Senior High School National Maths & Science Quiz (NMSQ Team) Students and the Coordinator (NMSQ Team)

Constructed Classrooms & Pavilions; 3-Unit Classroom Pavillion at Bepotrim, 3-Unit Classroom Pavilion at Kwaaduom, 3-unit Classroom support at Ayaayor, yearly support to BECE Candidates. Organized and sponsored Mock Examinations for all BECE Candidates every year.

Distributed Mathematical Sets to all 2023 BECE Candidates. Facilitated the transportation of 2024 BECE Materials to the various Centers,
Sponsored 334 Tertiary students under the MP's Scholarship Initiative. Distributed 1500 Desks to schools such as Nana Duku Basic School, Old Mframaso Basic, Subinso No.1 M/A Basic School, Ayaayor Basic School, Kwaku Manu Basic, Bepotrim Basic, Alhaji Benney, Islamic Basic School,
Bronoso Basic School, K.P. Basic School Gyabaa Kura, Droboso Methodist Basic School, Imam Seidu Islamic School. Distributed dozens of Bicycles to students/Pupils under the “One Rural JHS Student One Bicycle” initiative at Akrobi and Nkyeraa Boase. Donated packets of Roofing Sheets to schools for renovation and construction works some emergency infrastructure. Donated 35 modern Chairs for the GES Directorate and supported Director’s CODE Training Workshop.

AGRICULTURE
The MP sponsored the 1st Runner-up full Award package with a Motorbike for the 2021 Municipal Farmers Day, sponsored the 1st Runner-up Award package with GHC 4,000 for the 2022 Municipal Farmers Day, presented items such as Wellington Boots, Compound NPK, Weedicides, Cutlasses for the 2023 Municipal/Regional Farmers Day Celebrations in Wenchi, sponsored 1st Runner-up full Award package with a Motorbike for 2024 Municipal Farmers Day.

HEALTH
Donated Equipment and accessories to the Zongo CHPS compound.
Constructed 30-Bed Capacity new Block comprising Male, Female and Children's Wards to expand the Buoku CHPS Compound to serve the enclave.
Donated in a fundraising in the UK for Wenchi Methodist Hospital held on the 8th October 2022 at Cardiff.
Distributed 62 wheelchairs to the Physically Challenged.
Presented a computer with its accessories and a packet of roofing sheet and street lights to Agubie CHPS compound.
Organized social health activities through the Municipal Health Directorate.
Renewed over 4000 NHIS Cards for constituents.
Donated Hospital Beds to Zongo CHPS Compound, Ayigbe CHPS Compound, Buoku CHPS Compound
Health screening exercise at Ahwene, Asampu, and Branam state farms.

WATER & SANITATION
Constructed a KVIP at Akete. Constructed Mechanized Boreholes at Nkyeraa Senior High School, Kobeda near Ayaayor, Botenso, Fremano, Awisa Domeabra Dagarti Line, Subinso Bilbour, Atta Akura, Cameroon Park Subinso No:2, Nkyeraa Pewodie. The MP also repaired and serviced existing Boreholes as follows; Subinso No:1, Ahenfie Boreholes Mechanized, Seidu Akura, Nwoase Boreholes Mechanized, repaired Boreholes at Agubie, Ayigbe, Ahwene, Adwee, Siekrom. Some Boreholes at Awisa, Nkyeraa SHS, Botenso were connected to electricity.

SECURITY
The MP presented three (3) motorbikes to the Wenchi Divisional Police Command, Diamond Street Lights to all the 29 Assembly Members, set of Desktops Computers to the CID Office, provided over 500 Street Lights for communities in the Constituency such as Ahyiayem, Tromeso, Buoku, Nyinanpongase, Asoufri, Amoakrom, Yaminkrom, Ahwene, Ayaayo, Wurompo, Bepotrim, Akete, Ayigbe
Nkyeraa, Nkwanta, Subinso No.1, Mallamkrom, Subinso No.2, Kootwumkrom, Botenso, Amponsakrom, Branam, Subinso Islamic, Akonkontiwa, Wenchi Magazine, Methodist University, Al Faruq College of Education, Wenchi College of Agriculture, Istiqaamah SHS,

SOLAR LIGHTS & STREET LIGHTING
The MP provided Solar Lights at Seidu Akura, Konkomba, Kwanware, Bilibor, Nsuhunu, Branam State Farms, Atuna, Asempu, Adwee, Bonkro, Yaw Owusu. Povided Street Lights over 40 Communities and Organisations in the Constituency. Presented Street Lights to all the 29 Electoral Areas and Assembly Members for their communities.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Trained over 4000 people through the women empowerment program on bread making, assorted pastries, liquid and bar soap.
Supported dressmakers at annual graduation.
Supported National Association of Beauticians and Hairdressers-Wenchi Branch with 30 sets of brand-new hairdryers for graduation on 28th Nov 2021.
Instituted a hired purchase scheme for tailors and dressmakers in Wenchi, over 25 industrial sewing machines were supplied.
Satellite installation training for over 200 youth at Al-Faruq in 2022
An intensive training of over 35 individuals on CCTV installation, gate automation, electric fence,
Empowerment program for the physically challenged individuals.
Organized Islamic educational workshop from which more than 12 persons have had full scholarship to study in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

ROADS
Reshaped the following Roads;
Nkyeraa-Botenso, Nkyeraa-Asampu-Adwee, Subinso-Mansie, Amponsakrom-Hiamankyene-Kuadom, Buoku-Kokosu, Buoku-Ahwene-Bronoso-Asuofri, Mallam-Siekrom, Wenchi VRA Junction-Methodist University (Ofuman) Road, Zongo roads, ASWAQ Down.

SPORTS
The MP presented sets of Jerseys and Footballs to over 30 Communities and dosens of Teams. Reshaped School Parks such as SDA Basic School Park, Imam Seidu School Park, ASWAQ School Park, Amponsakrom Basic School Park, Akete Basic School Park, Nureea School Park, Roman Catholic School Park and many others in the Constituency to enhance Sporting activities. Constructed concrete Volleyball Court for the Wenchi Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). Organized yearly Soccer Gala Games with trophies and continuous distribution of sets of Jerseys and Footballs since 2021 to date. Supported Wenchiman Stars and other Sporting Clubs for many Sports events.

The MP noted that his endless handy work and many more achievements could be felt and seen every part of the Constituency and benefitted everybody irrespective of one's political affiliation and indicated his resolve to do more to improve and better the lots of the people.

Source: Information Services Department (ISD)
By: Stanick Sofel Amuzu Kpodo/21st Dec 2024

Information Services Department - ISD Wenchi

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