Adaklu: Mr Jerry Yao Ameko, the Adaklu District Chief Executive (DCE), has presented a motorbike to the District Department of Agriculture to support its operations. The motorbike, valued at GHS13,000, was procured from the DCE's personal resources in response to a request by the Department for logistics to enhance its work.
According to Ghana News Agency, the presentation took place at a brief ceremony at Adaklu Waya, where Mr Ameko emphasized the importance of agriculture to national development. He highlighted agriculture as a key driver of economic growth, noting, "Agriculture is more than just food production; it is the engine of growth, a crucial driver of economic development." Mr Ameko pointed out that a vibrant agricultural sector creates employment, increases income, and promotes rural development.
Mr Ameko urged officials of the Department to intensify efforts in educating farmers on modern farming practices to improve productivity and ensure food security. He expressed optimism that the motorbike would enhance the Department's mobility and enable effective delivery of extension services to farmers across the district.
Madam Eugenia Nanka-Bruce, the Adaklu District Director of the Department of Agriculture, expressed appreciation to the DCE for the gesture. She stated that the donation was timely, coinciding with the peak of the major farming season. "This is the period when we need to visit farmers frequently, and the motorbike will greatly facilitate our work," she noted. Madam Nanka-Bruce assured that the motorbike would be put to good use and properly maintained to ensure durability.