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The Paramount Chief of Manso Domi-Keniago, Nana Obeng Mensah Ababio II, has made a heartfelt appeal to the Member of Parliament for the Manso Adubia Constituency, Hon. Yaw Frimpong Addo, and the Government of Ghana, calling for urgent intervention to address the growing educational and infrastructural challenges in his community.
Speaking during a traditional ceremony at his palace—where Nana Yaa Pomaah II of Manso Adubiaso and Nana Kwaku Poku II of Manso Achiase Dadiase paid homage—the Chief voiced deep concerns over the shortage of teachers in the area, a situation he believes is crippling quality education in Domi-Keniago and nearby communities.
“Our schools are in dire need of teachers,” he said. “Unfortunately, many teachers continue to be granted transfers out of the district by the Education Directorate, worsening the situation. I humbly appeal to the District Director of Education to suspend the approval of these transfer requests.”
To improve teacher retention and living conditions, Nana Obeng Mensah Ababio II revealed that the community has initiated the construction of teacher accommodation facilities in Domi-Keniago, and sod-cutting has taken place for additional quarters at the Keniago R/C and D/A Basic Schools.
“We want to support government efforts, but the community alone cannot bear the cost. Teachers are paying exorbitant rents—as much as GH¢4,000 annually—which is discouraging many from accepting postings here. We need help from the MP and the incoming DCE to complete these teachers’ quarters,” the Chief pleaded.
He further emphasized the urgent need for road rehabilitation, especially the stretch between Anwiankwanta and Manso Domi-Keniago. According to him, the poor road network has not only isolated the community but has also become a barrier to development.
“Domi-Keniago is constantly sidelined because of our inaccessible roads. We are calling on the government to give our area its fair share of the national cake,” he urged.
On education, Nana Obeng Mensah Ababio II lamented that the entire Amansie South District has only one senior high school. To address this inadequacy, he has committed vast tracts of land for the establishment of a second SHS, as well as a vocational training centre, a nursing training college, and a teacher training college in the area.
“I have a dream that one day, a future president will come from Manso Domi-Keniago. This dream begins with education. We are ready to provide the land—what we ask is for government support to make this a reality,” he said with conviction.
He also drew attention to the damage caused by recent storms, which ripped off roofs of several school buildings in the community. He appealed for immediate government intervention to renovate the affected structures to ensure uninterrupted teaching and learning.
In his concluding remarks, Nana Obeng Mensah Ababio II made a strong case for political inclusion by calling on the government to appoint the next District Chief Executive from Manso Domi-Keniago. He believes such an appointment would enhance development and ensure the voices of the community are well represented in district-level decision-making.
The Chief’s remarks reflect the deep frustrations and high expectations of a community yearning for inclusion, investment, and progress.
By Simon OPOKU Afriyie
