Citizen Gideon writes to Hon. Richard Sefe
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Dear Richard Kwame Sefe,
Accept my hearty congratulations on your well-deserved second term victory as the legislator for our beloved Anlo constituency.
Accept my hearty congratulations on your well-deserved second term victory as the legislator for our beloved Anlo constituency.
This is a testament to the confidence and trust the constituent of Anlo have placed in your leadership, vision and commitment to serve. This marks the beginning of an important chapter in your career as a politician and your fellow Anlo men and woman are filled with joy, hope and anticipation for a brighter future under your representation.
As you assume office, it is my humble plea that you work hand in hand with the DCE and direct your focus towards addressing some critical challenges that have long plagued our constituency. If these challenges are resolved, it will improve the lives of our people and set Anlo on the path of development and prosperity.
1. Sea defense project:
One of the pressing challenges is the perennial tidal waves along the coast. The devastating impact of coastal erosion has become a nightmare for many communities within the constituency. Places like Fuveme, Dzita, Akplorwotokor, and many other communities along the coast are displaced. Our shoreline is receding at a speed of light, and I urge you to push for a sea defense project so we can save the communities close to the coast. Climate change is real!
2. Health infrastructure:
Access to quality and affordable health is a fundamental right, yet the only health facility we have in the constituency is in a bad state, leaving constituents with limited option for medical care. Residents must travel all the way to the regional capital, Ho to have access to health care. I implore you to advocate for the completion of the agenda 111 hospital project in Gortoe and expand the Anlo clinic into a policlinic with state-of-the-art facilities and qualified healthcare professionals.
3. Education:
Education is the only way we can break the cycle of poverty and unlocking the potential of the youths. However, academic performance of schools within the constituency is on a decline partly because many of the schools are under resourced, lacking basic amenities and teaching materials. Honorable Sefe, I urge you to focus on improving quality education, investing heavily in technology, machine learning, coding, etc.
4. Agricultural Development:
Farming remains the backbone of the constituency’s economy, yet farmers face plenty of challenges such as inadequate access to modern farming tools and equipment. I urge you to prioritize agricultural development by advocating for modern farming tools, subsidies, building a tomatoes factory for processing fresh tomatoes into tomato paste to reduces post-harvest loses during bumper harvest.
5. Environmental sustainability:
As an environmentalist, I urge you to prioritize environmental sustainability, since farming and fishing are the main livelihoods in our constituency. Issues like open defecation, pollution like what we saw recently around the Anloga market demands urgent attention. Supporting initiatives that promote recycling, and sustainable farming and fishing practices will protect out environment and enhances the quality of life.
6. Youth unemployment:
Theres an alarming rate of unemployment among the youths in the constituency. Our energetic young men and women are yearning for opportunities to contribute towards to development of the constituency but can’t find jobs and opportunity. Please collaborate with the private sector and other agencies to establish skill development centers and help young entrepreneurs with capitals to start businesses. This will empower the youths and reduce unemployment.
7. Addressing teenage pregnancy:
Teenage pregnancy remains a socio-economic challenge in the constituency, robbing the girl child of their future. This issue requires a multi-faceted approach, including a comprehensive sex education and community awareness program via radio hogbe. You can bring NGOs, chiefs on board to implement programs that will empower young girls to make informed decisions and pursue their dreams.
Honorable Sefe, I believe in your ability to bring transformation to our beloved Anlo. Together, let us build a constituency that we can all be proud of.
Once again, congratulations on your victory. May your tenure be marked by purpose, unity, and the fulfillment of the aspiration of the people of Anlo constituency.
I wish you well.
Gideon Agurogo.
A proud citizen of the Anlo constituency.
As you assume office, it is my humble plea that you work hand in hand with the DCE and direct your focus towards addressing some critical challenges that have long plagued our constituency. If these challenges are resolved, it will improve the lives of our people and set Anlo on the path of development and prosperity.
1. Sea defense project:
One of the pressing challenges is the perennial tidal waves along the coast. The devastating impact of coastal erosion has become a nightmare for many communities within the constituency. Places like Fuveme, Dzita, Akplorwotokor, and many other communities along the coast are displaced. Our shoreline is receding at a speed of light, and I urge you to push for a sea defense project so we can save the communities close to the coast. Climate change is real!
2. Health infrastructure:
Access to quality and affordable health is a fundamental right, yet the only health facility we have in the constituency is in a bad state, leaving constituents with limited option for medical care. Residents must travel all the way to the regional capital, Ho to have access to health care. I implore you to advocate for the completion of the agenda 111 hospital project in Gortoe and expand the Anlo clinic into a policlinic with state-of-the-art facilities and qualified healthcare professionals.
3. Education:
Education is the only way we can break the cycle of poverty and unlocking the potential of the youths. However, academic performance of schools within the constituency is on a decline partly because many of the schools are under resourced, lacking basic amenities and teaching materials. Honorable Sefe, I urge you to focus on improving quality education, investing heavily in technology, machine learning, coding, etc.
4. Agricultural Development:
Farming remains the backbone of the constituency’s economy, yet farmers face plenty of challenges such as inadequate access to modern farming tools and equipment. I urge you to prioritize agricultural development by advocating for modern farming tools, subsidies, building a tomatoes factory for processing fresh tomatoes into tomato paste to reduces post-harvest loses during bumper harvest.
5. Environmental sustainability:
As an environmentalist, I urge you to prioritize environmental sustainability, since farming and fishing are the main livelihoods in our constituency. Issues like open defecation, pollution like what we saw recently around the Anloga market demands urgent attention. Supporting initiatives that promote recycling, and sustainable farming and fishing practices will protect out environment and enhances the quality of life.
6. Youth unemployment:
Theres an alarming rate of unemployment among the youths in the constituency. Our energetic young men and women are yearning for opportunities to contribute towards to development of the constituency but can’t find jobs and opportunity. Please collaborate with the private sector and other agencies to establish skill development centers and help young entrepreneurs with capitals to start businesses. This will empower the youths and reduce unemployment.
7. Addressing teenage pregnancy:
Teenage pregnancy remains a socio-economic challenge in the constituency, robbing the girl child of their future. This issue requires a multi-faceted approach, including a comprehensive sex education and community awareness program via radio hogbe. You can bring NGOs, chiefs on board to implement programs that will empower young girls to make informed decisions and pursue their dreams.
Honorable Sefe, I believe in your ability to bring transformation to our beloved Anlo. Together, let us build a constituency that we can all be proud of.
Once again, congratulations on your victory. May your tenure be marked by purpose, unity, and the fulfillment of the aspiration of the people of Anlo constituency.
I wish you well.
Gideon Agurogo.
A proud citizen of the Anlo constituency.