Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson
The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in the region to prioritise proper sanitation management.
He emphasised that his administration will not tolerate any laxity that could lead to another cholera outbreak, similar to the one experienced in 2024.
Nelson stressed the importance of effective collaboration between his administration and the assemblies to implement measures that prevent disease outbreaks.
He urged the chief executives to take immediate action to address sanitation issues in their areas.
He further highlighted the need for sustained efforts to maintain good sanitation practices and prevent health crises in the region.
He tasked Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to prioritise waste management, sanitation, and hygiene in their areas.
“Let’s have a plan to see how we can manage the sanitation situation in the region without recording outbreak,” he said.
Speaking at his maiden meeting with the MMDCEs, Joseph Nelson emphasised the need for decisive actions to prevent disease outbreaks.
“President John Dramani Mahama was concerned about the cholera outbreak in the region, and during his visit to the region, he asked me about the situation. We shouldn’t allow this to happen,” he indicated.
In a metrotvonline.com report, he directed the MMDCEs to desilt clogged gutters and implement measures to tackle sanitation challenges.
The minister also stressed that sanitation should be a top priority for the assemblies, linking it to improved healthcare and citizen well-being.
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