The Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly commemorated the 40th Municipal Farmers Day celebration on 8th November 2024 at the forecourt of the Municipal Assembly. The event was held under the theme: ‘Building Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Sustainable Food Security’.
Fourteen farmers were honored for their exceptional dedication, with Mr. Fio Teye from Wawase, a farming community within the Municipality, adjudged as the Municipal Best Farmer of the Year. Mr. Fio Teye expressed his appreciation to both the Department of Agriculture and the management of the Assembly for acknowledging his relentless efforts and investments in the agricultural sector. He was awarded a certificate, a motorbike, and various farming input. He encouraged fellow farmers to persevere and remain steadfast in their agricultural pursuits.
The Municipal Director of Agriculture Mr. Godswill Glante in his remarks, lauded the awardees for their hard work and urged them to strive for increased agricultural productivity to meet the growing demands for food.
The Municipal Chief Executive, Honorable Simon Kweku Tetteh, commended the awardees for their unwavering commitment and diligence throughout the years. He highlighted the government’s emphasis on agriculture by introducing the DISTRICT ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME (DRIP) to improve the quality of road networks for easy transportation of agricultural produce to the market centers.
The Honorable MCE also mentioned some of the achievements made during his tenure, including the construction of a market for fish farmers at Kpong. He advised the gathering to abstain from violence before, during, and after the upcoming December 7th General elections.
A representative from the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) provided insights on the upcoming December 7th General elections and emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and avoiding any form of violence during the electoral process.
The event was graced by the Chairman for the occasion, Honorable Philip Tetteh Batsa, the Municipal Chief Executive, representatives of Member of Parliament, Traditional Leaders, the Clergy, Heads and staff of various Departments, the Media, and other distinguished guests.
By: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo.