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Majority Leader installed as ‘Sompahene’

The Majority Leader in Parliament, Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu was honoured for his enormous contribution in the Suame Constituency.

The leader who doubles as the Minister for Parliamentary Affairs was installed at a ceremony under the auspices of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, chiefs, executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the entire Suame Constituency.

This was to honour the  Suame MP for his enormous contribution in the area.

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A number of dignitaries were present at the ceremony. Some of those present include President Nana Akufo-Addo who was the guest of honour, the Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron Mike Ocquaye, Members of Parliament from both the majority and the minority side, traditional and religious leaders, as well as his constituents and other inhabitants of the Ashanti Region.

President Akufo-Addo, in his address, described Kyei Mensah Bonsu as a hardworking fellow who is dedicated to serving his nation.

He said he has not regretted appointing him as the Minister for Parliamentary Affairs to provide the interface between the Executive and Legislative arms of Government.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumani Kingsford Bagbin, also described the ‘Sompahene’ as a well-deserved person for such honour.

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The ‘Sompahene’ said he was grateful for the honour and pledged to do more in the development of his constituency, and also use his influence to contribute positively to the development of the country.

He added that the Suame Constituency will experience rapid development when it attains a Municipal status.

He called on residents to support stakeholders to bring more development to the area.

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