MP for Sekyere Afram plains vows to tackle development challenges
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Sekyere Afram Plains, Nasira Afrah Gyekye, has reiterated her commitment to addressing the pressing socio-economic challenges facing her constituency.
Speaking at the 68th Independence Day celebration under the theme “Reflect, Review, and Reset,” she emphasized the need for strategic interventions in agriculture, education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
Gyekye, the first female MP for Sekyere Afram Plains, expressed her deep appreciation to constituents for entrusting her with leadership, assuring them of her dedication to bringing meaningful change.
She acknowledged the significant hurdles confronting the district, including water scarcity, poor road networks, inadequate healthcare, and low educational outcomes, but vowed to work tirelessly to improve living conditions.
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“Here in the Sekyere Afram Plains District, we face unique challenges. Our district is the largest in the Ashanti Region by land size, yet it remains one of the poorest. This disparity is a stark reminder that our independence is not yet complete,” she stated.
She highlighted agriculture as the backbone of the local economy and underscored the urgent need for modern farming techniques, improved market access, and infrastructure to support farmers.
“True independence for our people means enhancing the livelihoods of farmers, ensuring quality education for our students, providing efficient healthcare, and improving road networks and electrification in all communities,” she said.
Gyekye assured constituents of her efforts to collaborate with key stakeholders, government agencies, and development partners to tackle the district’s challenges.
“We must review our policies and strategies to ensure they are tailored to our unique needs. And we must reset our priorities to focus on sustainable development,” she noted.
The MP called on residents to actively support development initiatives and work together for the transformation of the district.
“I believe in the Sekyere Afram Plains dream, where we will bequeath to our children a thriving and prosperous district. Let us turn the tides to our advantage and build a better future together,” she urged.
Sekyere Afram Plains, though the largest district in the Ashanti Region by land size, remains one of the least developed. The district’s predominantly agrarian economy faces significant infrastructural deficits, limited access to quality healthcare, and underdeveloped educational facilities. While successive governments have attempted to improve conditions, many challenges persist.
Nasira Afrah Gyekye’s election marks a historic milestone for the district as the first woman to hold the parliamentary seat, raising hopes for renewed focus on development and inclusivity.
As the people of Sekyere Afram Plains celebrate Ghana’s 68th Independence Day, they look forward to a new era of progress and transformation under their MP’s leadership.