Stephen Adom
The Ho Municipal Assembly (HMA) has rolled out an ambitious package of projects and reforms aimed at enhancing education, infrastructure, revenue mobilisation and environmental sustainability, reaffirming its commitment to improving livelihoods and accountability in governance.
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Stephen Adom, announced the measures during the 3rd Meeting of the 2nd Session of the 9th Assembly held in Ho, where he outlined new projects and policy interventions that will transform the municipality.
Education featured prominently on the agenda, the projects will expand access and improve learning conditions.
These include the construction of a three-unit classroom block for kindergarten pupils at Hodzo Alavanyo, a six-unit primary school block with ancillary facilities at Nyive, and a three-unit kindergarten block with offices at Bankoe RC School.
Other projects cover the renovation of a three-unit Junior High School block at Ziavi, and the construction of new facilities at Kpenoe, comprising a kindergarten block, a primary block and a JHS block. The Assembly is also procuring 2,000 mono desks and 1,800 dual desks for schools across the municipality.
“These interventions will provide a conducive environment for our children to learn and excel,” he stated, stressing the Assembly’s commitment to building a strong educational foundation for the future.
Mr. Adom also disclosed that the Assembly received GH¢2,220,957.52 and GH¢4,590,707.51 from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) for the first and second quarters of 2025 respectively. For the third quarter, a revenue projection of GH¢1,076,533.14 was set, of which GH¢973,546.81, representing 90 percent, had been collected as of August 31.
Beyond education, the MCE announced several flagship projects to enhance infrastructure and civic amenities. These include the commencement of work on the Kpenoe–Takla–Hodzo road, the construction of 500 steps at Kabakaba Hill to promote tourism and access, and the design of a modern 24-hour market at the Civic Centre.
Mr. Adom also confirmed the termination of the current AstroTurf contract due to non-performance by the contractor.
On internal management and accountability, the MCE stated that newly posted National Service personnel will be deployed to strengthen revenue mobilisation.
He cautioned that strict disciplinary action would be taken against Assembly staff who exhibit absenteeism or poor punctuality.
From Daniel K. Orlando, Ho