Mfantseman MP, MCE and Traditional Leaders Cut Sod for Ultra-Modern 24-Hour Market in Mankessim

The Member of Parliament for Mfantseman, Hon. Ebenezer Prince Kojo Arhin, together with the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Eric Stanley Acquah, and the Mankessim Traditional Council, has officially cut sod for the construction of the Mankessim Ultra-Modern 24-Hour Economy Market.

The project forms part of the 24-hour economy initiative promised by President John Dramani Mahama ahead of the 2024 general elections, aimed at boosting trade, creating jobs and stimulating economic growth across the country.

Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Ebenezer Prince Arhin urged the contractor, Brison Construction Company Ltd, to ensure the project is completed within the stipulated 36-month period.

He noted that the process leading to the selection and allocation of the market site was challenging, but expressed satisfaction that the project had finally reached the implementation stage.

The MP also commended the traditional authorities, the MCE, traders and residents for their cooperation and support towards the realization of the project.

Hon. Arhin further appealed to the contractor to prioritize the use of local labour and locally sourced materials to help create employment opportunities for the youth within the Mfantseman Municipality.

The Paramount Chief (Omanhen) of the Mankessim Traditional Council, Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI, expressed appreciation to the MP, the MCE and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government for what he described as visionary leadership and commitment to development in the area.

According to him, several abandoned projects within the municipality are receiving attention under the current administration, demonstrating the government’s commitment to the people of Mfantseman and Ghana as a whole.

Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI disclosed that the traditional council has released 20 acres of land for the construction of the ultra-modern market facility.

He emphasized that the Mankessim Traditional Council remains development-oriented and committed to initiatives that will improve the lives of residents, stressing that the council believes in action-driven leadership for the benefit of the people.

The contractor, Brison Construction Company Ltd, assured residents of quality work and thanked the government for the opportunity to execute the project following a successful national competitive bidding process.

On his part, Hon. Eric Stanley Acquah used the occasion to highlight some of President John Dramani Mahama’s campaign promises and achievements both in the constituency and nationwide, indicating that the Mankessim Ultra-Modern 24-Hour Economy Market is a major step towards fulfilling those commitments.

The MCE further disclosed that the World Bank, through the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Local Government, has released the required funds for the completion of the Ghana Green City Project.

He also assured residents that efforts are underway to complete all abandoned projects within the Mfantseman Municipality.