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| Dr. Ekow Kwainoe |
As Ghana awaits the inauguration of Members of Parliament and the President-Elect, the MP-Elect for Ekumfi Constituency, Hon. Dr. Othniel Ekow Kwainoe, has expressed his readiness to serve in any capacity within the incoming administration. With a strong background in finance and agriculture, he believes his expertise could be instrumental in driving national development.
In an interview with
Akwasi Nsiah on Adom TV on Thursday, January 2, 2025, Dr. Kwainoe noted that
his experience in the finance and banking sector, coupled with his current achievements
in farming positions him for significant roles. The MP-Elect emphasized his
preparedness to contribute meaningfully, stating, “So given the opportunity, I
would not miss it; I will do my very best.”
Dr. Kwainoe’s farming
accomplishments include winning the 2021 District Best Farmer and the 2022
Central Regional Best Pineapple Farmer awards. He currently cultivates a
60-acre pineapple plantation and is involved in coconut and palm plantations.
Additionally, he plans to establish a 2,000-capacity poultry farm in 2025.
One of his key
aspirations is to revitalize the Ekumfi Fruits and Juices Factory and establish
a Salt Refinery. These initiatives, he believes, will dovetail into John
Dramani Mahama’s vision of a 24-hour economy, boosting local economic growth and
creating direct and indirect employment opportunities.
The MP-Elect also
highlighted agriculture’s pivotal role in stabilizing the economy. He proposed
interventions such as providing subsidized or free fertilizers, introducing
modern farming equipment and scaling up production to meet both local and
international demands. Such measures, he argues would generate foreign exchange,
stabilize the Cedi and reduce inflation.
Dr. Kwainoe credited his
God-fearing nature, patience, hardwork and consistency as the driving forces
behind his achievements. He noted that, his family background serves as a
source of encouragement to leave a lasting legacy of dedication and service.
The recent calls by the
Chiefs of Ekumfi on President-Elect for competent individuals to be considered
for appointments underscores Dr. Kwainoe’s suitability for leadership roles.
With his multifaceted expertise and passion for development, he remains
optimistic about his ability to support his constituents and contribute
immensely to national development.
By: Yusuf Ibrahim Dadzie
