Awulae Attibrukusu III, Paramount Chief of Lower Axim Traditional Area in the Western Region has commended President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for the ongoing construction of sea Defence walls along the coast of the Axim community.
He made the commendation during a courtesy call on him by Works and Housing Minister, Mr Francis Asenso-Boakye, on Wednesday, June 2, at his palace at Axim.
The Axim coastal protection project started in September 2018 after President Akufo-Addo cut sod for its commencement and is scheduled to be completed in 48 months. However, as of March 2021, the project completion stands at 95%.
The purpose of the project, among other things, is to protect the community from the continued effects of tidal waves and aid in the development of beaches to enhance recreational and fishing activities, reclaim land for the development of tourist facilities.
In his remarks, Mr Asenso-Boakye said, “the government will continue to do all it can to protect communities along the coastlines from the devastating effects of tidal waves.”
“I remember when the then-presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party Nana Akufo-Addo visited Axim in 2016, he made a promise to Awulae and the people of Axim that if voted into office, he will prioritise the construction of a sea Defence wall for the benefit of the community,” Mr Asenso added.
The Minister added that “today, as Minister for Works and Housing, I am excited to witness the fulfillment of this great promise. This goes to demonstrate that the President is a man of his words. I can, therefore, say that President Akufo-Addo is fixing Ghana; one project at a time”
Source: PR Unit, Ministry of Works and Housing
