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\n\t\t\t\t\tThe Local Government Act (Act 936), Section 11(2), mandates assemblies to determine and pay ex-gratia based on their revenue capacity at the end of each term.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tHowever, since the start of the year, the Asuogyaman District Assembly has failed to fulfill this obligation to its 37 elected and 16 appointed assembly members, despite multiple appeals.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tThe former Assembly members accuse the District Chief Executive (DCE), Mavis Opokua Akunnor, and the District Coordinating Director of showing bad faith in resolving the issue.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tHon. Osagyefo Kwaku Aboagye, a former Assembly member, described the situation as \u201cdisheartening and disrespectful\u201d to those who had served their constituents.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\u201cIt is with great displeasure that I address the ongoing issue regarding the non-payment of ex-gratia to members of the Assembly, an issue that has not only affected us personally but has also cast a shadow on the integrity and commitment of our local governance,\u201d the petition read.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tHe lamented that despite their significant contributions, they now feel unappreciated.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\u201cThe ex-gratia payment is not merely a financial matter; it is a recognition of our service and dedication to the people of Asuogyaman,\u201d he stated.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tOsagyefo Kwaku Aboagye also expressed disappointment in the DCE, noting that she was once a member of the 8th Assembly and should be familiar with the sacrifices made by assembly members.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\u201cIt is deeply troubling to see the DCE turn a deaf ear to our plight, ignoring our calls for justice and fairness. This lack of responsiveness undermines the spirit of collaboration and respect that should exist within our local governance,\u201d he said.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tOsagyefo Kwaku Aboagye urged the DCE and the District Coordinating Director to prioritize their well-being and provide a clear timeline for the payment of the ex-gratia.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\tHe called for immediate resolution to restore trust and respect in the district\u2019s governance.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\u201cAsuogyaman District deserves leadership that values its people, including those who have served in the Assembly. Let us work together to restore the trust and respect that should be the foundation of our governance,\u201d he emphasized.\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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