The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has announced that the President will take firm action against Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) who fail to uphold sanitation standards in their jurisdictions.

 According to him, strict compliance with sanitation rules forms part of the key performance indicators (KPIs) for all MMDCEs nationwide. He made the announcement during a strategic meeting with MMDCEs and their Coordinating Directors in the Greater Accra Region ahead of the December National Sanitation Week activities scheduled for 13th–20th December 2025.

Hon. Ibrahim stressed that sanitation remains a critical national priority, especially as Ghana prepares to welcome thousands of visitors returning home for the festive season. He revealed that the President has directed that every MMDCE must demonstrate visible leadership in cleaning and maintaining their localities, and those who fall short will face consequences.

‘The President has made it clear that sanitation is a non-negotiable responsibility and any MMDCE who fails to deliver on sanitation targets will be sanctioned,’ the Minister stated, adding that sanitation was no longer just a routine activity rather it forms part of their performance contract evaluation as leaders.”

He added that the Ministry will closely monitor progress throughout the sanitation week, especially in high-impact areas such as markets, lorry stations, principal streets, commercial zones, and communities, noting that Assemblies are expected to provide regular situational updates to track achievements and identify gaps that require support.

The Minister also charged the Assemblies to intensify community mobilization, ensure strict supervision, and coordinate effectively with traditional authorities, transport unions, youth groups, and religious bodies, emphasizing that Greater Accra, as the national capital region, must lead by example.

He further urged MMDCEs to personally participate in cleanup activities, indicating  that as leaders, their visibility and commitment will influence how communities respond, to the cleanup exercise and called for a collaborative efforts to protect the dignity of the towns and cities in the country.

Source: Chantal Aidoo

Public Relations Unit, MLGCRA

The Hon. Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has declared 13th–20th December 2025 as a National Sanitation Week, aimed at preparing cities and communities across the country for the Christmas season.

Announcing the initiative at a strategic meeting with MMDCEs and their Coordinating Directors in the Greater Accra Region, the Minister emphasized that the week-long exercise is critical as thousands of visitors return home or travel into the country during the festive period. He noted that maintaining clean, orderly, and hygienic surroundings is essential to projecting Ghana positively and ensuring a healthy environment for both residents and visitors.

Hon. Ibrahim observed that as Christmas approaches, the cities, especially Accra as the national capital, must reflect discipline and cleanliness worthy of the season. He said this is a time when many Ghanaians abroad return home, and thousands of tourists visit, therefore the environment must be clean, safe and welcoming.

He tasked all Assemblies to demonstrate strong leadership by galvanising residents, Assembly staff, community groups, traditional authorities and youth networks to participate actively in the sanitation week. He also underscored Greater Accra’s role in setting a national standard for environmental cleanliness.

The Minister charged the MMDCEs to lead by example by ensuring a 24- hour sanitation at the Assemblies  as the flagship policy signifies with three Team leads doing a rotational clean-up, while enhancing the major streets with lights and painting of the pathways.

The Ministry he said will issue further operational guidelines to support Assemblies in delivering a successful, visible, and impactful National Sanitation Week.

Source: Chantal Aidoo

Public Relations Unit, MLGCRA

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs joined the chiefs and people of the Peki Traditional Area (Gbi Anyigbe) on Saturday, 6^th December 2025 to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Gbidukorza at Peki. The historic event was graced by dignitaries including His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana; Togbega Gabusu VII, Paramount Chief of Gbi Traditional Area; and other distinguished guests from across the country and the diaspora.

Delivering his welcome address, Paramount Chief of Peki Traditional Area, Deiga Kwadzo Dei XII expressed deep pride and gratitude for the unity, resilience, and progress of the Gbi State over the past three decades. He noted that despite numerous socioeconomic and sociocultural challenges, the people of Gbi Anyigbe and Peki have remained committed to peace, education, and community development.

Recounting the history of the Gbi people, he observed their unwavering leadership in education, church establishment, and service to the nation dating back to the 1800s and early 1900s. He emphasized that Gbis have traditionally excelled in formal employment across the country and continue to produce distinguished professionals contributing to national development.

A key highlight of this year’s celebration is the launch of an Educational Endowment Fund a visionary legacy project dedicated to supporting needy but brilliant children across the Gbi State. The fund seeks to ensure that no child is left behind due to financial constraints, thereby strengthening the human resource base of the traditional area.

The Paramount Chief called on citizens, leaders, churches, and parents to rally behind the initiative and contribute meaningfully to its success. He stressed that community-driven development remains essential in complementing government’s efforts.

He further urged the people of Peki and the broader Gbi State to align their aspirations with national development priorities and take advantage of the numerous government programmes aimed at empowering youth, supporting local businesses, and strengthening rural economies. He encouraged young people to venture into various fields of opportunity and create sustainable livelihoods.

The celebration brought together chiefs, queen mothers, government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, development partners, and thousands of citizens dressed in their beautiful African apparel showcasing culture, preservation, and progress.

Source: Chantal Aidoo

Public Relations Unit, MLGCRA