In a recent interview with Onua FM’s evening news, Dr. Nana Okofo Twum Barimah V, the Chief of Assin Dansame, voiced his disappointment with the government’s neglect of crucial development projects in his area.
The chief expressed his concern over the abandonment of key initiatives, citing the disproportionate allocation of resources towards the nearby town of Assin Bereku.
During the interview, he highlighted several stalled projects in Assin Dansame, including road construction and a community center.
He pointed out that these projects were initiated several years ago but were abruptly halted, leaving the community without the anticipated benefits.
Expressing his disappointment, Dr. Nana Okofo Twum Barimah V described the government’s actions as a disregard for the well-being and development of Assin Dansame.
He also noted that similar concerns exist in neighboring areas such as Assin Praso and Asempanaye, which have also experienced the detrimental effects of abandoned projects.
The chief’s remarks highlight the urgent need for the government to prioritize the development of Assin Dansame and address the concerns of the community. The neglect of crucial projects not only hampers progress but also undermines the trust and confidence of the local residents in the government’s commitment to their well-being.
“When you take a look at what is happening in Assin North, frankly speaking, we are disappointed with the leaders, when you come to my hometown, Assin Dansame. We have a community center where a contractor came to clear the place and started something but left.”
“So, we were just hoping that this by-election will bring hope for us for the community to develop but…we just realize all the development has gone to Bereku.”
“Meanwhile, the government has neglected communities such as Assin Dansame, Assin Praso, and Asempanaye which also have similar projects but have been abandoned for years, the rest of us that we are a little bit closer, it seems they are taking us for fool.”
“They can build schools, and agric centres and do other projects in the other communities but the assembly is not even thinking of doing any of them. We want them to use this by-election to let the contractor complete our abandoned projects because, after the by-election that is the end,” he stated.
