The Mayor for Cape Coast, Hon. George Justice Arthur, has won widespread commendation from residents after commissioning a newly constructed police post at Sewin in the Cape Coast North Constituency and cut sod for several key developmental projects, aimed at improving security and infrastructure in the metropolis.
The commissioning ceremony, held at the forecourt of new police post, attracted traditional leaders, assembly members, leadership of the Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU), security officials, opinion leaders, and residents, who turned out in numbers to witness what many described as a major step towards enhancing safety in the area.
The Sewin Police Post is expected to bring policing services closer to the people, most especially students who resides in the area, by improving timely response and help curb crime within the community and its surrounding areas.
Prior to the commissioning, the Mayor had cut sod for the construction of an ongoing six (6) unit classroom block for Esuekyir M/A Basic School, which saw in attendance the Metro Education Director, Mr. Thomas Koffi, Nana Kodwo Abakah V, the Odikrow for Esuekyir, the MP for Cape Coast North, among other distinguish personalities.
A ceremony which as well witnessed the sod cutting of an ongoing three (3) unit JHS classroom block for Basakrom M/A Basic School and an ultramodern CHPS Compound with a mechanized borehole at Dankwakrom, aimed at improving living conditions and enhance economic growth when completed.
Addressing the media after the commissioning, the Cape Coast Mayor said that the project forms part of the Assembly’s Common Fund allocation and it's broader commitment to strengthening security to ensure that residents feel safe in their homes and businesses. He noted that effective policing is a critical foundation for development and social cohesion.
The Mayor assured residents that the Assembly would work closely with contractors and relevant stakeholders to ensure that projects highlighted are completed in the next three (3) months as scheduled. He also called on community members to take ownership of the projects and protect them as public property.
Hon. George Justice Arthur again beseeched the government to reconsider its allocation to the Cape Coast Metropolis considering government's directives on the usage of the Common Fund, since the metropolis comprises of two constituencies which turns to situate Cape Coast at an disadvantageous position, compared to other districts in terms of infrastructure development.
Commissioning of the Sewin police station also witnessed the commissioning of a number of mechanized boreholes at the Kakumdo CHPS Compound and Effutu Health Centre all within the Cape Coast North constituency.
Hon. Dr. Kwamena Mintah Nyarku, the Member of Parliament for Cape Coast North, re-emphasized commitment towards feasible developmental projects to address critical needs of his people and constituency.
He further implored police personnel to be posted to the commissioned police station not to use their office to intimidate residents of the community but rather ensure that adequate security is offered them.
Dr. Sammy Ayeh, Presidential Aide at the Office of Government Communications, having accompanied the Cape Coast North MP and Mayor throughout the activity, hailed the ruling government over the splendid work being carried out so far as health infrastructure is concern, as he shared optimism of even more greater works under the ruling government.
Traditional leaders and residents who spoke at the event praised the Mayor for what they described as responsive and people-centred leadership. Many said the police station and the new projects were long overdue and will have a positive impact on daily life in the area.
“We are happy because our concerns have been heard,” said a resident of Sewin. “The police station will make us feel safer to foster development in our community.”
The events form part of a broader development agenda being pursued by the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly to address critical needs across the metropolis. With the commissioning of the Sewin Police Post and the launch of multiple projects, residents expressed optimism that sustained development and improved security would continue to receive attention in the months ahead.
Sompaonline.com//Eric Annan