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The Member of Parliament for the Akatsi South Constituency and First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana, Rt. Hon. Bernard Ahiafor, Esq., is a man whose public service speaks louder in impact than in noise.
Rising through dedication, discipline, and hard work, Rt. Hon. Ahiafor has not only earned the confidence of the good people of Akatsi South over the years but has also been entrusted by his parliamentary colleagues to serve as First Deputy Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, a position that places him on the global parliamentary stage representing the Republic of Ghana.
Despite the weight of this national and international responsibility, a few social media commentators and self-styled bloggers have attempted to paint a misleading picture claiming that the MP is “not doing anything” for his constituents simply because he chooses results over publicity and service over social media theatrics.
Nothing could be further from the truth.
A RECORD OF SERVICE THAT THE PEOPLE CAN FEEL
From 2013 to date, the development agenda of Hon. Bernard Ahiafor has remained consistent, practical and people centred an agenda so appreciated by the constituents that they continue to give him overwhelming electoral endorsement.
HUMANITARIAN INTERVENTIONS (2024–2025)
When an unfortunate disaster struck parts of Akatsi South within the first year of his new mandate (2024–2025), Hon. Bernard Ahiafor stood firmly with his people. He donated:
* Over 1,700 bags of cement
* More than 200 bundles of roofing sheets
* Cash support exceeding GH¢100,000
These interventions brought relief and restored hope to affected families.
JOB CREATION: “JUST APPLY”
Hon. Bernard Ahiafor’s commitment to employment creation has earned him the popular description: “Just apply.”
His philosophy is simple apply and bring him a copy and he will do his part.
As a result, many young men and women from Akatsi South have secured employment in:
* Security services
* Financial institutions
* Teaching and education services
* Other public sector agencies
* Private sector opportunities, including apprenticeships and support for personal businesses.
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT (2024 TO DATE)
COMPLETED PROJECTS
* Police Commander’s Residence – Municipal Assembly
* Medical Consultant Residence – Municipal Hospital
* 2-Unit KG Block – Akatsi No. 1 Basic School
* 6-Unit Classroom Block – Zuta Basic School
* Electrification – Kporwuvi, Alorkpa, Nugblabi
* 6-Seater WC Facility – Akatsi Market
* Streetlight Repairs – Akatsi Communities
* Rehabilitation of 60km Feeder Roads
* CHPS Zone – Asafotsi
ONGOING PROJECTS (at various stages of completion)
* Alorkpa – 3-Unit Classroom Block
* Glikpome – 3-Unit Classroom Block
* Dzuepe – 3-Unit Classroom Block
* Lume Avete – Restructuring and completion of 6-Unit Classroom Block
* Water Mechanisation – Ayitikope
* Duawodome – 6-Unit Classroom Block
* Anyiheme – 6-Unit Classroom Block
* Akatsi Administration & 12-Unit Classroom Block
UPCOMING PROJECTS (2025)
* Avenorpeme Technical Institute – 2-Storey 12-Unit Classroom Block
* Avenorpeme Technical Institute – 6-Unit Technical Workshop
* Akatsi Senior High School – 2-Storey Girls’ Dormitory
* Akatsi Senior High School – Three (3) 3-Storey Semi-Detached Staff Bungalows
* Akatsi Senior High School – Two (2) 12-Unit Toilet Facilities
* Dzogadze Basic School – 6-Unit Classroom Block + 12-Seater Toilet
* Akeve Gui Basic School- 6-Unit Classroom Block + 12-Seater Toilet
* Duawodome Basic School – 6-Unit Classroom Block
* Anyiheme E.P. Basic School – 6-Unit Classroom Block
AGRICULTURE SUPPORT
In addition, several farmers across Akatsi South have benefited from the distribution of fertilizers, reinforcing the MP’s commitment to food security and agricultural productivity.
A WORD TO BLOGGERS AND COMMENTATORS
Criticism is healthy in a democracy but irresponsible commentary is not.
We therefore admonish bloggers and social media commentators to adhere to basic journalism ethics, including:
* Verification of facts
* Research before publication
* Balance and fairness in reporting
* Responsible commentary that builds, not misleads
Credibility is not gained through sensationalism but through truth, accuracy, and integrity. The people of Akatsi South can testify to the works of their MP not because they were trending online, but because they are visible on the ground.
Service done quietly does not mean service not done.
Attached: Pictures of projects and interventions.
Written by:
Unity Edem Avege
Deputy Communications Officer
Akatsi South Constituency