Grace Asamoah Agyemang with the Ashanti Regional Minister
History was made in the Atwima Kwanwoma District of the Ashanti Region as Assembly Members unanimously confirmed Grace Asamoah Agyemang as the new District Chief Executive (DCE), making her the first female to occupy the position.
At a confirmation ceremony held on Friday, May 16 at the Assembly’s conference hall in Twedie, the district capital, Ms. Agyemang secured 100% approval, receiving 47 “Yes” votes from all 47 ballots cast. The process was supervised by officials from the Electoral Commission, both at the regional and district levels.
The confirmation took place under tight security, with personnel from the Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and Ghana Immigration Service ensuring order and safety throughout the event.
A wave of celebration followed the announcement, with jubilant supporters from both the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and New Patriotic Party (NPP) joining stakeholders and dignitaries in applauding the outcome.
In her acceptance speech, the DCE-elect expressed her gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for nominating her, and to the Assembly Members and government appointees for their overwhelming support.
“I am truly honoured to serve the people of Atwima Kwanwoma. I accept this responsibility with a clear conscience and open heart, bearing no grudges. I promise an inclusive administration that welcomes constructive input from all,” she stated.
Ms. Agyemang, who is also the Chief Internal Auditor at the Ghana Education Service (GES), pledged to focus on infrastructure, education, and youth empowerment. She called for unity and collaboration across political lines, emphasising that development requires collective effort.
Acknowledging the high expectations of the people, she said: “I am confident that with support from Central Government, our Member of Parliament, departmental heads, and well-meaning citizens, we shall succeed.”
She also announced her commitment to advancing efforts to upgrade Atwima Kwanwoma to municipal status, and affirmed her willingness to work with Kofi Amankwa-Manu, the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, toward that goal.
Mr. Amankwa-Manu, who graced the event, commended the Assembly for the unanimous endorsement, and assured the public of his readiness to work closely with the new DCE, despite political differences, for the betterment of the constituency.
FROM David Afum, Kumasi