Gomoa Central District Assembly Revamps Area Councils to Strengthen Revenue Collection

Mr. Evans Mark Andoh, Gomoa Central District Coordinating Director

The Gomoa Central District Coordinating Director, Mr. Evans Mark Andoh, has announced that the Assembly will revamp its Area Councils located at Gomoa Aboso, Ekwamkrom, Asebu, and Gomoa Afransi to strengthen revenue collection across the district.

According to him, there are vast areas within the district with significant revenue‑generating potential, and the Assembly cannot rely solely on the District Assembly Common Fund to execute its development projects.

Speaking to the media after the Third Ordinary Meeting of the Third Session of the Fourth Assembly at Gomoa Afransi last Wednesday, Mr. Andoh stated that he intends to motivate revenue officers to intensify their mobilization efforts to increase the Assembly’s internally generated funds.

He noted that the Assembly has numerous untapped revenue sources, and with well‑resourced Area Councils—equipped with adequate logistics and personnel—these units can effectively complement government efforts by delivering essential services to communities.

Mr. Andoh also expressed concern over the low number of women serving as Assembly Members. He encouraged women in the district to take advantage of the forthcoming District Level Elections to represent their communities, stressing that their presence is crucial in ensuring women’s voices are heard during decision‑making processes.

DCE Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Governance

In his sessional address, the Gomoa Central District Chief Executive, Hon. Hackman Kobina Aidoo, reaffirmed his commitment to working collaboratively with Assembly Members, traditional authorities, civil society organizations, development partners, and all stakeholders to promote inclusive, transparent, and accountable local governance.

He emphasized that the development of the district is a shared responsibility, adding that through unity of purpose, constructive engagement, and prudent resource management, the Assembly can achieve its collective goals.

Projects Completed in the Third Quarter

Hon. Aidoo outlined several projects completed and handed over to beneficiary communities, including:

• A six‑unit classroom block at Gomoa Obuasi
• A three‑unit classroom block at Gomoa Afransi
• Health centres at Gomoa Asebu and Gomoa Ekwamkrom
• Boreholes at Gomoa Achiase
• Pipe extension at Gomoa Pomadze and Hill City
• A six‑unit classroom block at Gomoa Lome D/A Primary School
• SDA Kindergarten block at Gomoa Afransi
• Phase Two of the Gomoa Aboso Market Stores
• Gomoa Jukwa Roman Catholic Kindergarten block

New Contracts Awarded

The DCE further announced that the Assembly has awarded contracts for the following projects:

• Construction of a six‑unit classroom block with a three‑seater WC toilet facility for Gomoa Asebu D/A Basic School
• Construction of a two‑unit primary school block with a two‑seater WC toilet facility for Gomoa Abonyi Catholic School
• Construction and furnishing of CHPS compounds at Hill City and Gomoa Oguaakrom‑Nyakuadze
• Construction of 12 boreholes across the district

“These projects are intended to improve access to education, health, and potable water throughout the district,” Hon. Aidoo noted.

DPAT XI Performance

Touching on the District Assembly Performance Assessment Tool (DPAT XI) results, Hon. Aidoo announced that the Gomoa Central District Assembly successfully passed the 2026 assessment, scoring 60%. He commended the staff for their dedication and encouraged all officers to work towards an improved performance in the next assessment.