The Minister for the Oti Region, John Kwadwo Gyapong, has called on Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCES) to deepen collaboration with their Coordinating Directors in order to accelerate development and enhance service delivery across the region.
Speaking in Dambai, Krachi East Municipality, at a performance contract signing ceremony for MDCES, Mr. Gyapong emphasized that effective decentralized governance depends on a strong partnership between political leadership and the administrative structures of the assemblies.
“Coordinating Directors provide continuity, professionalism, and procedural guidance, making their role essential in translating policy decisions into tangible results,” he noted.
He described the performance contract exercise as a vital tool for strengthening accountability, tracking progress, and aligning local priorities with national and regional development objectives. “The performance contract is not merely a formality; it is a commitment to deliver,” Mr. Gyapong stressed, adding that achieving targets requires teamwork, consistent communication, and shared responsibility between Chief Executives and their technical heads.
The minister encouraged MDCES to involve Coordinating Directors and departmental leaders early in the planning and implementation process to minimize delays, improve coordination, and ensure efficient use of resources. He further underscored that the performance contract should serve as a problem-solving mechanism rather than a punitive measure, highlighting the importance of regular reviews, honest reporting, and timely corrective action.
Mr. Gyapong also urged Chief Executives to prioritize community-based needs while adhering strictly to procurement rules, transparency standards, and sound financial management practices.
Oti Regional Human Resource Director, Mr. Seth Adomako Sarkodie, in his presentation urged the executives to:
Hold regular stakeholder meetings
Log and track complaints
Update official websites
Resource IT offices for online monitoring
He further encouraged them to develop strategic plans, coordinate activities effectively, and adopt innovative logistics solutions to enhance reporting and ensure successful implementation of the contract.
Some Municipal Chief Executives welcomed the initiative, describing the signing ceremony as a renewed commitment to achieving set targets within specified timelines. Joseph Antwi Awal, the Nkwanta South MCE, expressed confidence that improved coordination and focused implementation would ensure the successful delivery
