Nkwanta: Mr Isaiah Kudjo Dordoe, the District Chief Executive of Nkwanta North District, in collaboration with the District Social Welfare Department and the Member of Parliament for Nkwanta North Constituency, has distributed relief items and cash to persons with disabilities (PWDs). The items donated included refrigerators, fufu pounding machines, and tailor machines, along with cash, aimed at assisting them in their daily lives.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Dordoe, during an interview at the ceremony, highlighted that disabilities are not an inheritance, as individuals may become disabled due to accidents and unfortunate circumstances. He emphasized the government's support for individuals with disabilities to ensure they live a dignified life. He urged the beneficiaries not to sell the items they have received and to utilize them effectively to ensure they provide intended support and benefits, and also to alleviate poverty.
A total of 33 persons with disabilities, consisting of 17 males and 16 females, received assistance. The total amount allocated for 16 individuals out of the 33 accumulated to GHS32,000.00. Mr Dordoe, together with the leaders, also presented a cheque of GHS39,104.00 to 20 other individuals with disabilities to further their studies. He urged all beneficiaries to continuously pray for the financial stability of the government to ensure consistent support for them.
Some of the beneficiaries expressed their appreciation to the government for the support. They also pledged to utilize the items they have received effectively to enhance their livelihoods.