Speaking during his sectional address at the Ho Municipal General Assembly meeting on Monday, he described the group’s efforts as a strong example of civic responsibility and active community involvement in local development.

He noted that the volunteers had independently undertaken cleaning exercises in parts of the municipality and enhanced the appearance of roundabouts without any formal mandate.

“Sanitation is a collective responsibility, and these young volunteers have shown admirable patriotism and dedication by supporting efforts to keep Ho clean and attractive,” he stated.

Mr Adom said the initiative highlights the impact of collective action and encouraged residents and other stakeholders to support the vision of making Ho the cleanest municipality in Ghana.

He revealed that the Assembly is taking steps to formally incorporate the Mawuleme Movement into its sanitation management framework and will provide the necessary support to help expand its activities.

The MCE reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to maintaining Ho’s status as the “Oxygen City of Ghana” through enhanced sanitation practices, environmental hygiene, and strict enforcement of sanitation regulations.

To strengthen environmental monitoring, he said the Assembly had acquired four motorbikes and a tricycle for the Environmental Health Unit to improve supervision and operational effectiveness.

He explained that these logistics would enhance the work of environmental health officers and boost staff morale, leading to better enforcement of sanitation by-laws.

“We are committed to safeguarding Ho’s enviable reputation as the only Oxygen City of Ghana and ensuring full compliance with sanitation regulations across the municipality,” he added.

Mr Adom also announced plans to establish a Sanitation Taskforce to enforce regulations and take action against residents who violate sanitation by-laws.

On water supply, he acknowledged ongoing challenges in Ho and surrounding communities, attributing them mainly to limited output from the Kpeve Headworks and increasing demand.

Although some improvements have been made, he noted that many residents still face irregular water supply and shortages.

He indicated that the Ghana Water Company Limited has introduced rationing and is replacing ageing pipelines to improve water distribution in affected areas.

Mr Adom expressed optimism that ongoing government interventions at the Kpeve Headworks would increase production and provide a long-term solution to the problem.

He mentioned that communities such as Akoefe, Tanyigbe, and Tokokoe, which had suffered severe water shortages for more than six years, have recently begun receiving water through their taps.

He described this development as a significant relief and a positive step toward resolving water supply challenges.

Mr Adom further disclosed that the Assembly had drilled 30 boreholes across various communities to improve access to potable water.

He said the contractor had returned to site to commence mechanisation of the boreholes to make them fully functional and supplement supply from the Ghana Water Company Limited.

“These water systems are intended to close the supply gap and ensure that residents and institutions have access to safe and reliable water. Water is a fundamental human right, and we remain committed to addressing these challenges,” he said.