Dr. Sam Issaka Suraj, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Kadjebi, has called on the staff of the Kadjebi District Assembly to work collaboratively towards the district’s development.
Speaking at a General Staff Meeting in Kadjebi, Oti Region, Dr. Suraj emphasized the importance of teamwork and equitable resource distribution, promising that all departments would receive a fair share of the common fund.
In his address, Dr. Suraj shared his vision of transforming the district and urged his team to cooperate in achieving this goal. He highlighted the need for punctuality and discipline among staff and announced plans to introduce an award scheme to recognize outstanding employees, as well as efforts to enhance their welfare.
Dr. Suraj also pledged his full support for revenue mobilization efforts within the district, ensuring that the sub-structures of the assembly are effectively functional. Furthermore, he committed to maintaining the district’s machinery, including those involved in the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), to ensure their longevity and effectiveness.
In his commitment to transparent leadership, Dr. Suraj assured the assembly staff that he would not interfere with their personal affairs but would not tolerate any form of backbiting. He promised to lead the district with accountability and openness.
During the meeting, various department heads raised concerns and provided updates on the challenges facing their sectors. Mr. Eric Nana Takyi, the Kadjebi District Director of Health Services, expressed pride in the district’s recent health achievements, including being ranked second in the Oti Districts Health Performance Review.
He noted that the district had been recognized as a Model Health Facility due to infrastructural improvements but pointed out that several health projects, including those in Asato and Menuso, had been left unfinished. Mr. Takyi appealed to the DCE to prioritize the completion of these projects, particularly the Menuso health facility, which he hoped could also provide accommodation for health staff.
Mr. Seth Seyram Deh, the District Director of Education, discussed efforts to improve student performance in the area. He highlighted challenges such as teacher shortages, due to unaccepted postings, and high rental costs that discouraged teachers from working in the district. Mr. Deh appealed to the DCE for assistance in resolving these issues to ensure a better learning environment for students.
Meanwhile, Mr. Rashad Shaibu, the District Director of the Department of Food and Agriculture, highlighted the district’s success in registering 1,122 farmers under the Planting for Food and Jobs Phase II Programme, which brought attention to Kadjebi at the national level.
Despite this success, he noted several challenges, including a lack of staff, inadequate space for seedlings, and limited labor to maintain the seedlings. He also addressed the misconception among some farmers that he had denied them access to agro-inputs, assuring the DCE that he would continue to encourage the district’s farmers to view agriculture as a serious business.
The meeting underscored the diverse challenges faced by the various departments, but also highlighted the commitment of the staff and their eagerness to collaborate with the DCE to overcome these hurdles and move the district forward. With the support of the DCE, the district looks set to address these issues and build a stronger, more sustainable future for its residents.
