Dorcas Affo-Toffey, the Member of Parliament for the Jomoro Constituency in the Western Region, has pledged a substantial economic transformation for local traders, particularly those operating in the border town of Elubo adjacent to Côte d’Ivoire.
The lawmaker, who additionally serves as the Deputy Transport Minister, indicates that women bear the primary responsibility for managing households, meaning that the introduction of a continuous, around-the-clock market will better enable them to balance their domestic obligations.
Madam Affo-Toffey delivered these assurances during a sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of the 24-Hour Economy Market Project in Elubo.
She was accompanied at the event by Benedict Boadi, the Municipal Chief Executive; various NDC constituency executives; Awulae Kwasi Armachie III, the President of the Western Nzema Traditional Council; and members of the Jomoro community.
During the gathering, she remarked, “This landmark project is a clear demonstration of the commitment of President John Dramani Mahama and the government to delivering jobs, expanding economic opportunities, and transforming communities through the 24-Hour Economy agenda.”
She further noted, “We share a border with Côte d’Ivoire. It will expand Elubo and bring more jobs. ” It is a game changer that is expected to bring about more developments,” explaining that the facility represents a smaller-scale version of the Kejetia Market located in Kumasi.
Additionally, she highlighted that the space is designed as an ultra-modern marketplace equipped with diverse amenities, stating, “It’s an ultra-modern market with facilities such as day care, a women’s bank, a clinic, and fire service,” among other features.
Awulae Kwasi Armachie III, speaking on behalf of the Western Nzema Traditional Council, urged community members to foster unity and back the initiative.
He emphasised the need to move past internal conflicts, sharing, “We should put aside the litigation and look for development for Jomoro and Ghana. Litigation is unhelpful because many people have already experienced litigation’s ineffectiveness, so we must unite and support this development agenda.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
