THANK YOU TOUR BY THE MCE

the Suame Municipal Chief Executive and constituency executives visited several churches in the Suame municipality for a “Thank You Tour” to express their gratitude to God and to request strength, wisdom, and knowledge for successfully managing the municipality.

Visiting local churches is a positive way for leaders to connect with their community and show appreciation for the support they receive.

This “Thank You Tour” not only fosters goodwill but also reinforces the importance of faith and community involvement in governance.

By expressing gratitude and seeking divine guidance, the leaders demonstrate humility and a commitment to serving their constituents effectively.

NATIONAL SANITATION DAY OBSERVED

National Sanitation Day was observed. The Suame Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Frank Owusu Ansah, alongside staff of the Suame Municipal Assembly, organized a cleanup exercise to ensure that the Suame Roundabout and Suame Markets were well cleaned.

Cleanup activities like this are crucial in maintaining a clean and healthy environment. It not only beautifies the community but also raises awareness about the importance of sanitation and hygiene.

FAMILIARIZATION TOUR BY THE MCE

Hon. Frank Owusu Ansah, Chief Executive for Suame Municipal, together with assembly members, staff, and constituency executives, embarked on a familiarization tour in the municipality. He interacted with the Nkwantwima chief, Otumfour Bosumurohene, Kronumhene, Abuohiahene, Kyeresihene, and elders to collaborate on infrastructure developments; cleanliness and improvement are his priorities for the municipality. The MCE took the opportunity to pledge to the chiefs for reservation of lands for infrastructure and empowered the youth within our communities.

However, he promised Nkwantwimahene, Otumfour Bosumuruhene, 50 bags of cement and 5 modern doors for the ongoing construction of the Nkwantwima palace. He informed the elders that he is their son and encouraged them to continue advising him, as he welcomes their guidance in all his endeavors.

The Municipal Assembly’s initiative to engage with the community and local leaders is highly commendable. By collaborating with chiefs and elders, the Assembly led by the MCE is building an important relationship that can lead to effective solutions for local challenges. The MCE’s commitment to improving infrastructure, particularly through the pledge to establish a health center, is crucial for enhancing the quality of life in the community. Additionally, the MCE promise of 50 bags of cement and 5 pieces of modern doors for the Nkwantwima palace demonstrates a tangible investment in local projects.

CLEANUP EXERCISE AT SUAME MARKET

At midnight, the Suame Municipal Assembly, led by the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Frank Owusu Ansah, in collaboration with the Ghana National Fire Service, cleaned all the rain gutters in the Kumasi Suame Market. This initiative was part of the Assembly’s efforts to prevent the accumulation of dirt and dust in the market.

The Ghana National Fire Service officers showed professionalism and worked very diligently to ensure that all the rain gutters looked clean. The construction of the market flooring will be completed on Monday to ensure that all the roadside traders can move into the market, thereby reducing traffic congestion in my municipality.

The Assembly believed that, this initiative is a commendable step towards improving the market’s environment. Clean gutters can prevent flooding and promote hygiene, which is essential for the health of traders and customers alike. Additionally, completing the flooring will make the market more accessible and organized, encouraging more traders to set up their stalls inside rather than on the roadside. This could significantly reduce traffic congestion, making the area safer and more pleasant for everyone. It is good to see local authorities taking proactive measures for community development!

KYEREASE ROAD IMPROVEMENT

The Suame Municipal Assembly, led by the Municipal Chief Executive Hon. Frank Owusu Ansah, reshape the road networks for the Kyerease community, allowing the residents to walk on the roads, especially during the rainy season.

The construction of road networks is a significant step toward improving the quality of life for the residents of Kyerease. Accessible and well-maintained roads enhance mobility, facilitate trade, and promote safety.

This development is crucial, particularly during the rainy season when poor road conditions can hinder movement and lead to isolation. Overall, such infrastructure projects can greatly contribute to the community’s progress and development.

THE COMMEMORATION OF THE 68TH INDEPENDENCE DAY ANNIVERSARY HELD ON THURSDAY, 6TH MARCH, 2025 AT THE CONFERENCE HALL OF SUAME MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY, OLD SUAME.

Following Government’s decision to scale down the celebration of the 68th Independence anniversary, the Suame Municipal Assembly commemorated the 68th Independence Anniversary Celebration at the Conference Hall of the Suame Municipal Assembly, on 6th March, 2025 on the theme “reflect, review and reset”.

The occasion was graced by Nananom, Hon. Assembly Members, Heads of Department and Unit Heads of Suame Municipal Assembly, Religious Leaders, Leadership of the two (2) major political parties, Pupils from four (4) selected Basic Schools in the Municipality namely Anomangye M/A Basic, Royal Crescent Educational Complex, Kronum M/A JHS “A” and Andrews Adventist Prep/JHS.

The opening prayers was delivered by Rev. Michael Gyekye-Mensah, the Reverend Minister of Grace Congregation Presbyterian Church, New Suame.

The celebration included a variety of engaging activities. These activities fostered a sense of national pride and show cased the talents of the young people.

The programme was chaired by Nana Adu Ansere Bekoe II, Suame Dikro and moderated by Mr. Daniel Dzokoto, the Senior Human Resource Manager of Suame Municipal Assembly.

The keynote address was delivered by the Municipal Co-ordinating Director who doubles as the acting Municipal Chief Executive. He urged all to take a retrospection view of how the country has come and take constructive measures to project the country to where we all aspire it to be.

A debate competition was held between Anomangye M/A Basic School and Royal Crescent Educational Complex on the motion. “A ban on corporal punishment in schools has affected the social values in Ghana”. Anomangye M/A was for the motion whilst Royal Crescent Educational Complex spoke against the motion.

The event encouraged critical thinking and public speaking skills among the students.

At the end of the keenly contested debate, Anomangye M/A emerged winners with 82% and Royal Crescent Educational Complex garnered 73%.

Poetry recitals formed another key part of the celebration. This added a cultural and artistic dimension to the event showcasing our culture. The poem was performed by Miss. Tricia Owusu, a final year pupil of Kronum M/A JHS “A”.

The celebration featured patriotic songs, which enhanced the atmosphere of national pride. The songs performed included “Yen Ara Ya Asaase Ni” among others.

The closing prayer was said by Sheikh Alhmed Badawe, the Suame Municipal Imam at 12:15 pm.

STAFF OF SUAME MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY MEMBERS VALENTINE’S DAY FOOTBALL MARCH.

As part of this year’s Valentin’s Day celebration, a football march was organized between the staff and Hon Assembly members of Suame Municipal Assembly.
At the end of the match, staff of the Assembly won by four (4) goals to three (3) against the Hon. Assembly Members.
The Municipal Co-ordinating Director, Hon Presiding Member, staff of the Assembly and some committee members were present.

SUAME MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WELFARE AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT ON THE MUNICIPAL LEAP FOCAL PERSONS MEETING.

The Department of Social Welfare and Community Development and the Municipal LEAP Reassessment Team held a meeting with the three (3) Community LEAP Focal Persons within the municipality on Monday 13th January, 2025 at the Municipal Assembly Hall.

The purpose of the meeting was to sensitize the focal persons on the upcoming LEAP Reassessment programme. During the meeting, the focal persons were sensitized on the LEAP programme with respect to the category of people who qualify to be on the programme, the need for the reassessment among others.

The Municipal Social Welfare Officer explained to the participants that the objectives of the reassessment are to;

  • Update the LEAP beneficiary register to ensure that cash grants go to the eligible households and to respond to changes in poverty levels, household composition and programme requirement.
  • Identify households that will no longer be eligible for LEAP and link them to other complementary services.
  • Enhance the Programme’s transparency, consistency, and fairness.

He indicated that since the inception of the LEAP programme in 2008, there has not been a major reassessment of beneficiaries hence the need to reassess them in order to reduce the incidence of inclusion and exclusion errors.

Focal persons were very happy about the upcoming programme and pledged to support it in order to make it a success.