Okere District Assembly

• District Chief Executive (DCE): Hon. Eric William Ayettey
• Presiding Member: Hon. Richard Prince Maglo
• Member of Parliament: Hon. Daniel Nana Addo-Kenneth, Member of Parliament for the Okere Constituency

Assembly Structure

The Okere District Assembly is the highest political and administrative authority in the district. It is responsible for local development planning, administration, service delivery and the implementation of government policies at the district level.

The Assembly operates through the General Assembly, Executive Committee, statutory and other sub-committees, and the administrative structure headed by the District Coordinating Director.

At the sub-district level, the Assembly is organised into seven Town/Area Councils:

1. Adukrom Town Council
2. Apirede Area Council
3. Abiriw/Dawu/Awukugua Area Council
4. Aseseeso/Abonse Area Council
5. Asenema/Krutiase Area Council
6. Asamang/Onyamebekyere Area Council
7. Amanfro/Okrakwadwo Area Council

These sub-district structures facilitate grassroots participation, community mobilisation, local revenue collection and implementation of development programmes.

Assembly Membership

The Okere District Assembly has 31 Assembly Members, comprising:

• 21 elected Assembly Members
• 10 Government-appointed members

The District Chief Executive forms part of the Assembly’s membership, while the Member of Parliament participates as an ex-officio member without voting rights.

The district has 21 electoral areas, corresponding to its elected Assembly representation.

Assembly Membership: 31 Assembly Members, comprising 21 elected members and 10 government-appointed members, with the DCE included in the Assembly and the MP serving as an ex-officio member. The Assembly operates through 21 electoral areas and seven Town/Area Councils.

• Agriculture & Agribusiness – Cassava, plantain, maize, and vegetable farming; promotion of irrigation, mechanization, and agro-processing.
• Infrastructure & Transport – Road rehabilitation, bridges, and drainage systems to connect farming communities to Adukrom and other markets.
• Health & Social Services – Expansion of CHPS compounds, upgrading of Adukrom Health Centre, and improved sanitation systems.
• Education – Classroom expansion, ICT integration, and vocational training for youth.
• Local Economic Development – MSME support, entrepreneurship training, and revenue mobilization.
• Environmental Management – Waste management, afforestation, and climate adaptation programmes.

• Agriculture: Establishment of cassava and maize processing centres; farmer support with improved seedlings and mechanization.
• Infrastructure: Rehabilitation of feeder roads linking Adukrom to surrounding farming communities; construction of bridges and culverts to reduce flooding.
• Health: Upgrading Adukrom Health Centre, expanding CHPS compounds, and maternal health outreach programmes.
• Education: ICT labs for schools, vocational training centres, and classroom blocks in rural and peri-urban communities.
• Local Economic Development: Business counselling for MSMEs, entrepreneurship training, and automation of IGF collection.
• Environment: Waste segregation and recycling projects, afforestation campaigns, and flood control measures.

• SDG 2 (Zero Hunger): Agricultural modernization and agro-processing to improve food security.
• SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-being): Strengthening healthcare facilities and maternal health services.
• SDG 4 (Quality Education): Classroom expansion, ICT integration, and vocational training.
• SDG 6 (Clean Water & Sanitation): Boreholes, rural water projects, and improved sanitation coverage.
• SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth): SME support, youth employment, and agro-industrial expansion.
• SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure): Road rehabilitation, ICT integration, and agro-processing facilities.
• SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities): Flood control, urban renewal, and community safety.
• SDG 13 (Climate Action): Climate resilience projects, afforestation, and disaster risk reduction.
• SDG 15 (Life on Land): Forest conservation, watershed protection, and biodiversity preservation.

• Adukrom Health Centre – The main referral facility serving the district.
• Health Centres – Located in Abiriw, Dawu, and Apirede, providing outpatient and maternal health services.
• CHPS Compounds – Spread across rural communities to deliver primary healthcare closer to residents.
• Private Clinics & Pharmacies – Complement government facilities with specialized care and laboratory services.

• Basic Schools – Numerous public and private primary and JHS across Adukrom and surrounding communities.
• Senior High Schools – Institutions such as Okere SHS and Abiriw SHS serve the district.
• Vocational & Technical Training – Skills development centers focusing on carpentry, tailoring, ICT, and agriculture.
• Private Training Institutes – Provide ICT, business, and technical courses for youth employment.

• Major Roads – The Adukrom–Koforidua corridor is tarred but requires periodic maintenance.
• Feeder Roads – Many rural roads are untarred, becoming muddy and inaccessible during rainy seasons.
• Transport Challenges – Poor feeder roads affect access to farms, schools, and health facilities.
• Ongoing Projects: Road rehabilitation, culvert construction, and drainage works to improve connectivity and reduce flooding.

• Water Supply – Boreholes, hand-dug wells, and small-town water systems provide potable water.
• Sanitation Facilities – Public toilets and household latrines expanded to reduce open defecation.
• Waste Management – Door-to-door collection in Adukrom township, communal skips, and private contractors like Zoomlion.
• Challenges: Irregular waste collection, poor disposal practices, and limited recycling facilities in rural areas.

• Door-to-door collection – Managed by private contractors in Adukrom and Somanya townships to reduce indiscriminate dumping, supported by Zoomlion.
• Communal skips – Placed in densely populated areas to serve households without direct collection services.
• Recycling initiatives – School-based waste segregation, small-scale plastic recycling, and composting projects.
• Challenges: Irregular collection schedules, inadequate disposal sites, and poor compliance with sanitation bye-laws in rural communities.

• Flood control – Construction of storm drains and desilting of waterways to reduce seasonal flooding in Somanya, Adukrom, and Oterkpolu.
• Afforestation projects – Tree planting campaigns in schools, parks, and degraded lands to combat deforestation.
• Watershed protection – Safeguarding river basins and water sources to ensure sustainable supply.
• Community sensitization – Education campaigns on waste disposal, flood preparedness, and climate resilience.
• Urban greening – Development of green spaces and beautification projects to improve air quality and reduce heat.

• Deforestation – Logging, farming, and settlement expansion threaten forest reserves and river catchment areas.
• Flooding – Poor drainage systems in Somanya, Adukrom, and riverine communities cause seasonal floods.
• Waste disposal – Indiscriminate dumping of plastics and refuse in open spaces and drains.
• Soil erosion – Farming on slopes without proper conservation measures leads to land degradation.
• Urbanization impacts – Rapid expansion of Somanya and Adukrom increases pressure on waste management, water supply, and green spaces.

• Town hall meetings – Regularly organized in Adukrom, Abiriw, Dawu, and Apirede to discuss budgets, development projects, and local concerns.
• Community durbars – Traditional gatherings used to engage residents, strengthen accountability, and solicit feedback on governance.
• Radio & local media – Local FM stations provide civic education on sanitation, health, and Assembly initiatives.
• Digital platforms – WhatsApp groups and social media pages mobilize residents and share announcements.
• Participatory planning – Citizens involved in prioritizing projects and resource allocation, especially in farming and trading communities.

• Youth employment programs – Skills training, entrepreneurship support, and job creation initiatives targeting young farmers, traders, and artisans.
• Women’s cooperatives – Support groups for women traders, farmers, and service providers to access credit and training.
• Scholarship schemes – Targeted support for girls and vulnerable youth in secondary and tertiary education.
• Microfinance initiatives – Credit facilities for women-led businesses and SMEs in Adukrom and nearby towns.
• Youth councils – Platforms for young people to voice concerns and contribute to policy discussions.