Speaking to Adom News at Goaso, Ms. Ntiamoah noted that many houses, especially those built decades ago, were constructed without toilet facilities, making it difficult for the assembly to tackle the problem effectively.

“The situation is worrying because it poses serious health risks to the community,” she said.

According to her, support from the central government and collaboration with NGOs would be crucial in assisting households to own toilet facilities, particularly since assemblies have been directed not to construct new public toilets.

Ms. Ntiamoah also raised concerns about poor sanitation practices among residents, citing indiscriminate littering as another pressing issue.

“The rate at which some residents litter indiscriminately is alarming. We must all take sanitation seriously and desist from such practices,” she urged.

She emphasized that addressing the sanitation challenges requires not only government intervention but also the active cooperation of residents to improve hygiene and safeguard the environment.

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The commitment was revealed during a Bi-Annual Accountability Monitoring Forum held in Goaso. NTDs such as yaws, leprosy, elephantiasis, and Buruli ulcer continue to affect residents in the municipality, with health experts warning that these conditions have not received the attention they deserve.

Executive Director of Tim Africa Aid Ghana (TAAG), Isaac Kwabena Kakpeibe, welcomed the decision, describing it as timely support for NGOs already operating on the ground. He noted that TAAG has been leading initiatives to combat NTDs but faces funding limitations.

Ghana Health Service (GHS) Municipal Director, Theresah Krah, who chaired the forum, also commended TAAG’s impact in local communities. She highlighted that the NGO has trained volunteers to detect cases early for referral to health facilities.

Additionally, persons affected by NTDs have received skills training in areas such as soap-making to help them earn a living and reduce financial dependence.

Health officials say the planned funding marks a crucial step toward reducing the burden of NTDs in Asunafo North while strengthening community-based interventions.

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Speaking to Adom News during a clean-up exercise organized by the traditional council and the assembly ahead of the funeral of the Paramount Chief, Nana Kwasi Bosomprah, Nana Afia Serwaa expressed concern over the alarming rate of littering in the Goaso township.

She noted that the absence of rubbish bins at key locations in the regional capital has led to indiscriminate disposal of waste, posing serious health risks.

“Goaso is the regional capital of Ahafo, and for it not to have refuse bins at vantage points encourages people to litter anyhow,” she said.

Responding to the concern, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Asunafo North, Joseph Akparibo, assured that the assembly, in collaboration with the traditional council, will empower environmental health officers to strictly enforce sanitation by-laws.

“With immediate effect, I have instructed the officers to step out to clamp down on and prosecute anyone who fails to comply with sanitation laws,” he said.

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Speaking during a courtesy call on traditional leaders in the area, Mr. Akparibo acknowledged the severe hardship the deplorable road is causing residents and confirmed that the government is treating it as a priority.

He revealed that the Ahafo Regional Minister, the Member of Parliament for the area, and himself have jointly petitioned the Minister for Roads and Highways, who has given assurance that a contractor will soon be deployed to the site.

“The government is aware of the difficulties residents face on that stretch. I want to assure you that the Kasapin–Bediako road is among the roads earmarked for immediate attention and will be completed before President Mahama leaves office,” Mr. Akparibo stated.

Meanwhile, Assembly Member for the area, Razak Ahmed, told Adom News that failure to deliver on the road project could cost the Member of Parliament, Haruna Mohammed, significant political support in the 2028 general elections.

“If the MP does not push harder for the road’s construction, he risks losing the confidence of the people—and that will affect the NDC’s fortunes here,” Mr. Razak warned.

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The beneficiary towns are Ayomso and Asumura.

In an interview with Adom News, the Executive Director, Isaac Kwabena Kakpeibe, explained that patients and health workers were at risk of contracting diseases, which led to the decision to construct new facilities.

According to him, combating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and providing sustainable solutions for affected individuals is the core mandate of the NGO, and the availability of these new facilities aligns with that mission.

Meanwhile, Samuel Obeng, In-Charge of Ayomso Health Center, and Duah Joseph, In-Charge of Asumura Health Center, expressed gratitude to the NGO.

They shared that the deteriorated state of the previous toilet facilities posed significant health risks to both staff and clients.

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He secured a decisive victory with 34,082 votes, compared to the 25,101 votes garnered by the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) candidate.

The total votes cast in the constituency was 59,648, marking a significant win for the NDC in the region.

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The initiative was spearheaded by the First Vice Chairman of the Asunafo North constituency of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Boadu Frimpong Emmanuel.

He personally presented the math sets to students from Adenkyekye R/C and Gyasikrom M/A schools, noting the importance of these tools for the BECE, especially in communities where parents struggle to afford such learning essentials.

Addressing the candidates and teachers during the presentation, Mr. Boadu Frimpong encouraged the students to remain focused despite the challenges they face in their communities.

He said success in the BECE would pave way for them to benefit from the government’s free Senior High School (SHS) education policy.

Commending the candidates for their dedication and perseverance in their studies, he also urged them to uphold the integrity of the exams and avoid any form of malpractice that could jeopardize their results.

Expressing their gratitude, the candidates joyfully received the math sets and thanked Mr. Boadu Frimpong for his timely intervention.

They pledged to do their utmost best to excel in the exams, knowing that success would unlock opportunities for further education under the free SHS program.

Reports indicate Madam Agyemang passed at the Wenchi Methodist Hospital.

The deceased was said to be undergoing treatment at the facility after she complained of being unwell.

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Madam Agyemang aged 36 left behind one child.

The news of her demise comes barely six days to the December 7 with tributes already pouring in for her on social media.