The Odikro of Obuasi Kunka, Nana Kwaku Ponko III, has commended the Obuasi Municipal Assembly for its leadership and commitment to improving sanitation through a recent community-wide clean-up exercise. The initiative, organized in support of the government’s nationwide environmental campaign, brought together residents, local leaders, and Assembly officials to enhance public health and create a cleaner environment for all.
Speaking after taking part in the exercise, Nana Kwaku Ponko III expressed deep appreciation to the Municipal Chief Executive for Obuasi West, Hon. Faustylove Appiah Kanin, for prioritizing sanitation and other developmental efforts in the municipality. He encouraged traditional leaders and community heads across Obuasi to emulate the Assembly’s proactive stance by actively participating in projects that benefit their communities.
According to him, leadership goes beyond holding titles or enjoying privileges and should instead reflect a commitment to service. He emphasized that chiefs and opinion leaders must demonstrate responsibility by championing initiatives that promote good sanitation practices and enhance the wellbeing of residents. He also urged community members to see sanitation as a shared responsibility that directly affects health, tourism, and economic opportunities.
Hon. Faustylove Appiah Kanin reiterated the Assembly’s commitment to improving sanitation, road networks, and other infrastructure in Obuasi. She revealed that the Assembly has introduced a series of interventions to tackle sanitation challenges, including desilting drains, expanding waste collection coverage, and launching public education campaigns to raise awareness about proper waste management.
The MCE further disclosed plans to rehabilitate major roads in the area to ease transportation difficulties and boost economic activity. She called for cooperation from residents and stakeholders, noting that the success of clean-up initiatives and development projects depends on the involvement of every member of the community.
The clean-up exercise saw participation from Assembly members, unit committee representatives, youth groups, and market women, who came together to sweep streets, clear refuse, and weed public spaces. The event demonstrated a strong sense of unity and civic responsibility among the people of Obuasi, with many residents praising the Assembly for its leadership and provision of logistical support.
Community leaders present at the exercise reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with local authorities to sustain the campaign and encouraged regular clean-up programs to ensure lasting results.
The collaboration between the Obuasi Municipal Assembly and traditional leadership reflects a renewed determination to make Obuasi a model of environmental cleanliness and community development within the Ashanti Region. With consistent support from both local leadership and residents, the mining town is poised to set a positive example in public health, sanitation, and civic engagement.
