5 Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Kumasi Metropolis led by the MP for Bantama, Francis Asenso Boakye, have visited Suame Journal, within the metropolis, that just lately suffered devastating fireplace outbreak.
The hearth resulted within the destruction of a number of businesses, lack of livelihoods, and vital financial setback for merchants and artisans within the enclave, a key industrial and industrial hub.
The opposite MPs are John Darko, MP for Suame; Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, for Manhyia South; Vincent Assafuah, Tafo; and Mike Aidoo, MP for Oforikrom.
Talking to journalists at Suame Journal, Mr Asenso-Boakye expressed sympathy on behalf of the group, to the affected people, and guaranteed them of their dedication to soliciting assist for the victims, and fined a manner of stopping future fireplace outbreak.
He emphasised the pressing want for periodic public schooling on fireplace security and strict enforcement of fireplace prevention measures by metropolis authorities.
Mr Asenso-Boakye referred to as for proactive measures to safeguard lives and properties, saying “latest tragedy at Suame Journal is a wake-up name for all of us to abide by guidelines to forestall fireplace outbreaks.”
“As representatives of the folks, we’re committed to working with the related authorities to make sure that such incidents don’t recur. Hearth security education and strict enforcement of rules should be prioritised to guard companies and livelihoods,” he indicated.
Mr Asenso-Boakye, who’s the quick previous Minister of Roads and Highways, referred to as on metropolis authorities to boost fireplace response infrastructure, together with the availability of extra fireplace hydrants and improved accessibility for fireplace providers in main buying and selling centres.”
Moreover, the MPs pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to formulate insurance policies to advertise sustainable city improvement, financial development, and improved dwelling situations for the folks of Kumasi.
“This initiative marks a brand new chapter in Kumasi’s improvement efforts, as the town’s MPs in a renewed and united effort to give attention to a typical purpose to make sure progress, security, and prosperity for the folks we serve,” Mr Asenso-Boakye said.
FROM TIMES REPORTER, KUMASI
