The chiefs and people of the Atwima Traditional Council in the Ashanti Region have declared their readiness to campaign for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2028 general elections if President John Dramani Mahama fixes the deplorable roads linking several communities within their traditional area.
This declaration came during a massive protest held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, by chiefs and residents of Atwima Takyiman, Denkyemuoso, Ohwimase, and other adjoining communities in the Kwadaso Constituency. The demonstration, which attracted hundreds of residents, youth groups, and opinion leaders, was directed at Asabea Constructions Limited, the contractor responsible for the Ohwimase-Foase main road, over what they described as poor performance and neglect of the project.
Addressing the media after the protest, the Adontenhene of the Atwima Traditional Council, Nana Atta Kwasi, expressed deep frustration over the worsening condition of the road. He lamented that for eight years, successive governments have failed to complete the project despite repeated assurances. According to him, the deplorable nature of the road has caused immense hardship, disrupted transportation, and negatively affected economic activities, access to healthcare, and education in the area.
He appealed directly to President Mahama to intervene and ensure that work resumes on the abandoned stretch. Nana Atta Kwasi noted that the chiefs and residents are ready to set aside all political affiliations and traditional protocol to openly declare their support for the NDC government if the president fulfills their request. He emphasized that the people of Atwima have suffered for too long and are now looking for a leader who will prioritize their development needs.
The chiefs accused Asabea Constructions of abandoning the project despite receiving previous payments. They urged the government to terminate the company’s contract and replace it with a more competent contractor to ensure the project is completed. During the protest, demonstrators carried placards with inscriptions such as “Asabea Must Go,” “Fix Our Roads Now,” and “We Deserve Better Roads.” Some protesters blocked portions of the road with stones and old tyres to draw attention to their plight.
Residents who joined the protest shared heartbreaking accounts of how the poor road conditions have affected their lives. Traders lamented that vehicles transporting goods often break down, causing heavy losses, while drivers complained about constant vehicle repairs due to the rough terrain. Others recounted how pregnant women and the sick suffer delays in reaching health facilities during emergencies, leading to needless complications.
The chiefs insisted that their demand was not politically motivated but a genuine call for attention and fairness. They, however, made it clear that any government or political leader who fixes their road would automatically win their hearts and loyalty in the next elections. Nana Atta Kwasi stressed that they are tired of empty promises and that this time, they are demanding tangible results.
The demonstration, which was heavily attended by traditional leaders, youth, and opinion leaders, ended peacefully under the supervision of security personnel who maintained calm throughout the exercise.
The Ohwimase–Foase road serves as a critical link between several Atwima communities and the Kwadaso and Atwima Nwabiagya South districts. Its poor condition has long been a source of frustration, with residents accusing successive governments of neglecting them despite their consistent appeals.
As of now, neither Asabea Constructions Limited nor officials from the Ministry of Roads and Highways have responded to the concerns raised by the Atwima chiefs and residents. However, the chiefs have renewed their appeal to President Mahama, urging him to demonstrate his commitment to development by fixing the road, which they say will not only bring relief to their people but also cement his image as a listening leader.
Nana Atta Kwasi concluded by reaffirming the chiefs’ collective position that if President Mahama fixes the road, they will stand firmly behind him and campaign for him in 2028, describing the move as a fair reward for a leader who responds to the cries of his people.
