In a move aimed at bolstering governance and local administration, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has nominated Felicia Edem Attipoe as the new Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Tema West Municipal Assembly. This nomination, as announced in a statement signed by the Minister-Designate for Local Government, Decentralisation, and Rural Development, Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, falls squarely within the constitutional mandate outlined in Article 243(1) of the 1992 constitution.
Felicia Edem Attipoe, an accomplished leader with a track record of public service, brings a wealth of experience to the role. If approved by the assembly, she will assume the responsibilities of overseeing the development and administration of the Tema West Municipality, a crucial district within the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.
The nomination underscores President Akufo-Addo’s commitment to selecting competent and dedicated individuals to lead at the grassroots level of governance. With extensive experience in local governance and community development, Felicia Edem Attipoe emerges as a fitting candidate to steer the affairs of the Tema West Municipal Assembly towards progress and prosperity.
Speaking on the nomination, Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah expressed confidence in Felicia Edem Attipoe’s ability to effectively discharge her duties if confirmed by the assembly. He highlighted her impeccable credentials and demonstrated leadership skills, which position her as a capable steward of the municipality’s affairs.
However, Felicia Edem Attipoe’s nomination is subject to the approval of the assembly. Once confirmed, she will be tasked with addressing the various developmental challenges facing the Tema West Municipality, including infrastructure development, sanitation, education, and healthcare provision.
The announcement of Felicia Edem Attipoe’s nomination has elicited positive reactions from stakeholders within the Tema West Municipality. Many have expressed optimism about her leadership and are hopeful that her tenure will usher in a new era of progress and development for the district.
As the nomination process progresses, all eyes are on the Tema West Municipal Assembly as they prepare to deliberate and decide on Felicia Edem Attipoe’s suitability for the position of Municipal Chief Executive. If confirmed, she will assume office with a mandate to serve the people of the Tema West Municipality diligently and with integrity.