Ashanti Regional Minister engages RCC and KMA on Key Issues

The newly appointed Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakoahene, has taken decisive steps to address pressing issues affecting the region. In his first major engagement, he met with key staff of the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) and the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) to discuss critical matters, including urban transportation, security, and stalled government projects.

Dr. Amoakoahene revealed that a team has been commissioned to review the management of the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC) and develop a comprehensive plan for the redevelopment of the Presidential and Regional Ministers’ Residence.

In the interim, security personnel have been deployed to safeguard the remaining structures.

On the ongoing concerns about urban transport, particularly regarding “micro TroTro” operations and alleged excessive charges by some drivers, the Minister has tasked a team at KMA to assess the situation and propose solutions.

Furthermore, all Coordinating Directors within the region have been instructed to submit detailed reports on stalled government projects in their respective districts and municipalities. This directive aims to ensure transparency and facilitate the swift completion of delayed projects.

Dr. Amoakoahene also dismissed rumors of an increase in Kejetia market trading fees from GHC 2 to GHC 5, urging the public to disregard such false alarms.

Additionally, he clarified that no decongestion roadmap has been approved yet, emphasizing that any such initiative will undergo extensive stakeholder consultations to ensure an inclusive urban planning and management strategy.

The Minister reaffirmed his commitment to effective governance and collaboration with stakeholders to drive the development of the Ashanti Region.

By Jeorge Wilson Kingson || GhanaNewsOnline.com.gh