Dr. Dickson Adomako Kissi, MP for Anyaa-Sowutuom Constituency presenting one of the sewing machines to a beneficiary
THE NEW Member of Parliament (MP) for the Anyaa-Sowutuom Constituency, Dr. Dickson Adomako Kissi, has begun work by presenting a total of 150 sewing machines and hair dryers to some seamstresses and tailors as well as hairdressers in the constituency.
The gesture is in fulfilment of some campaign promises he made to the constituents prior to the 2020 general elections.
Speaking with journalists after a brief presentation ceremony held at his office in Accra last Saturday, Dr. Kissi iterated that his “ultimate aim” was to help promote skills development in his constituency with the overall hope of helping to reduce unemployment in the country.
He added that the donation was also to provide a source of financial support to the beneficiaries to become economically independent.
He counseled the recipients to put the equipment to good use in order to transform lives in their communities.
On their part, some beneficiaries who spoke to DAILY GUIDE, expressed their profound gratitude to the MP for the“kind gesture” and promised to put the equipment to good use in order to achieve the desired results.
They also promised to train others to become successful citizens in the future.
Dr. Kissi also seized the opportunity to re-affirm government’s commitment to the people of Ghana, especially as it fights the coronavirus pandemic, while enumerating some interventions that could be made in key sectors of the economy to better the lives of the masses.
“There are some key ideas we need to consider. Proper allocation of funds in a way that maximises each cedi and preparing for any future crisis is critical for our economic survival and future prosperity.
“Continued investment in transportation, recreation, and technology infrastructure projects will provide a solid foundation for jobs and quality of life.
“Efforts to improve access to healthcare, housing, and education will open the door of opportunity to everyone in the country,” he highlighted.
He further advised that, “After going through the pandemic for about a year, it is important that we re-assess how we respond to emergencies to allow for swift action, but never at the expense of the will of the people.”
By Nii Adjei Mensahfio