The push for homegrown economic growth took centre stage at the Ketu North Scholars Award ceremony, where the Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A-Plus, advocated stronger local collaboration and youth-led development initiatives.
Addressing participants in Dzodze, Mr. Obeng urged communities to rethink the concept of exchange programmes, encouraging partnerships within Ghana rather than focusing solely on opportunities abroad. He stressed that knowledge-sharing, local investment, and inter-community cooperation could drive sustainable economic growth.
“When we talk about exchange programmes, it should not always be about going abroad. We can create opportunities here in Ghana by working together across communities,” he said.
He highlighted the importance of leveraging local resources, calling for industries to be established in regions where raw materials are readily available to maximise economic benefits and create jobs.
Mr. Obeng also shared his vision of transforming Gomoa into a modern, industrialised city through private sector investment, suggesting that similar models could be replicated across the country.
On governance, he encouraged constituents to support and retain experienced Members of Parliament to strengthen leadership and ensure effective representation at the national level.
The event also celebrated educational advancement, with 400 university students benefiting from scholarships under an initiative by the Ketu North MP, Edem Agbana. Mr. Obeng commended the programme, describing it as a strong demonstration of leadership and commitment to youth development.
He urged young people to remain patient and supportive of leadership efforts, expressing optimism that sustained investment in education and collaboration would yield long-term national benefits.
