A scene during the meeting
Professionals from Anlo Afiadenyigba in the Volta Region have inaugurated the Team of Facilitators, Commissions and Commissioners of The Action Room at a ceremony held on May 16, 2026, at Keta Municipality of the Volta Region.
The event brought together professionals from sectors including education, health, tourism, engineering, agriculture, business and public service, under the theme: “Mobilising professionals for the sustainable development of Anlo Afiadenyigba.”
The initiative is led by a seven-member facilitation team comprising Prof. Edem Kwasi Bakah, Mr. Jordan Dodoo, Mr. Hope Dekorn, Ms. Faith Xoese Kuedofia, Mr. Francis Yram Kaledzi, Mr. Evans Kwame Yevu-Agbi and Mama Diawor Zorƒuaxanyi II.
Addressing participants at the ceremony, Team Lead of The Action Room, Prof. Edem Kwasi Bakah, underscored the importance of unity and collective responsibility in driving development within the community.
“As professionals both at home and abroad, we need to contribute our quota for the sustainable development of the community. This will ensure a lasting legacy beyond our personal accomplishments,” he stated.
Fifteen commissions were inaugurated during the ceremony to oversee various development areas including resource mobilisation, education, health, infrastructure, sanitation, tourism, youth empowerment, agriculture, economic development, and security and conflict resolution.
Speaking on the theme of the launch, Agri-business Consultant and Commissioner for Resource Mobilisation of The Action Room, Mr. Chris Foli, stressed the need for collective support from indigenes to ensure the success of the initiative.
He noted that the development of the town depended on the contribution of all members of the community, and appealed for cooperation in securing lands for development projects.
In his address, the Dufia of Anlo Afiadenyigba, Apostle Togbi Kadzahlo Drabese IV, expressed appreciation to the initiators of The Action Room and announced the full support of the traditional leadership for the initiative.
“Unity in our town is vital to ensure our collective growth,” he said.
He further encouraged members of the facilitation team and commissioners to work with dedication and courage to achieve the objectives of the initiative.
The Team of Facilitators were sworn into office by Apostle Togbi Kadzahlo Drabese IV, while Rev. Elias Weldeck Kafui Denoo administered the oath of office to the Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners.
The Action Room is a development-focused initiative made up of natives and affiliates of Anlo Afiadenyigba aimed at mobilising expertise, resources and networks to support the holistic development of the community.
By Vera Owusu Sarpong
