Accra: Reverend Dr Harry Kwatei Owoo, the newly appointed Chief Director of the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC), has introduced a five-point leadership framework to guide the work of staff of metropolitan, municipal, and district assemblies (MMDAs).
According to Ghana News Agency, the framework, described as the '5 Ps' - Purpose, Punctuality, Productivity, Professionalism, and Performance - was unveiled during a familiarisation visit to the Ningo-Prampram District Assembly (NiPDA). This visit, following his assumption of office in May, was aimed at enabling him to acquaint himself with the assembly's management and staff, as well as to share his vision for the district's growth and development.
Rev. Dr Owoo elaborated that the '5 Ps' represent understanding the purpose of one's work, maintaining punctuality and consistent commitment, making efficient use of time, upholding professional and ethical standards, and delivering measurable results. He commended the assembly's management team for their dedication and urged them to sustain their efforts while addressing areas requiring improvement.
Mr Raphael Uriel Nartey, Ningo-Prampram District Chief Executive, briefed the Chief Director on the assembly's operations, projects, and achievements. He noted that the assembly comprises four area councils: Prampram, Afienya, Dawa, and Ningo, and continues to establish its presence through various projects and development initiatives across these areas. Mr Nartey highlighted the assembly's staff strength of about 150 and acknowledged their hard work, noting significant achievements over the years.
However, he identified staff welfare, poor road conditions, water shortages, and inadequate working tools as major challenges confronting the assembly. He appealed to the Chief Director to support the assembly in addressing these challenges to enhance its operations and service delivery.
Mrs Vida Ayiku, Ningo-Prampram District Coordinating Director, expressed gratitude to Rev. Dr Owoo and his delegation for the visit and assured him of management's commitment to positioning the assembly among the best-performing districts in the Greater Accra Region.