The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) has successfully signed a Performance Contract with the Ejisu Municipal Assembly, led by the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Jerryne Asante, in a move described as a major boost to Ghana’s decentralisation and public sector reform agenda.
The signing exercise, conducted in strict adherence to national guidelines, was completed within the stipulated deadline of January 30, set for all Regional Coordinating Councils nationwide.
The timely execution of the exercise once again places the Ashanti Region at the forefront of effective public administration, institutional discipline, and responsive local governance.
The regional signing followed the national Performance Contract signing ceremony for all sixteen regions, which was hosted in Asokwa, Kumasi.
That national event further highlighted the strategic importance of the Ashanti Region within Ghana’s governance and administrative architecture.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, underscored the critical importance of Performance Contracts in strengthening local government administration. He explained that the contracts provide a clear, structured framework that aligns all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) with specific development targets, measurable outcomes, and defined service delivery standards.
According to Dr. Amoakohene, the Performance Contract system is designed to deepen accountability, enhance inter-institutional coordination, and promote a results-oriented culture across local government structures.
He noted that through this framework, MMDAs are better positioned to plan, implement, and monitor development programmes in a manner that delivers real benefits to citizens.
“The successful signing of these contracts demonstrates our collective commitment to disciplined public administration, improved service delivery, and transparent governance. It ensures that every MMDA in the Ashanti Region operates within a clear performance framework that prioritises results, efficiency, and accountability,” the Regional Minister stated.
The Ashanti RCC further explained that the Performance Contracts serve as a practical tool for tracking institutional performance, improving efficiency in the utilisation of public resources, and ensuring that government interventions at the local level translate into tangible development outcomes at the grassroots.
The initiative directly aligns with the President’s governance reform and national reset agenda, which places strong emphasis on strengthening public institutions, enforcing accountability mechanisms, and ensuring the prudent use of state resources.
Under the framework, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives are expected to translate national and regional policy objectives into concrete development actions that improve the quality of life of citizens.
Dr. Amoakohene commended Coordinating Directors, MMDCEs, and officers of the Local Government Service for their professionalism, cooperation, and dedication throughout the process. He noted that their collective effort was instrumental in ensuring the smooth, transparent, and timely completion of the exercise.
The Council expressed optimism that the signed Performance Contracts will act as a catalyst for improved service delivery across key sectors, including infrastructure development, sanitation, education, health, local economic development, and social services.
As implementation begins, the RCC assured the public of its unwavering commitment to continuous monitoring, evaluation, and institutional support to ensure that all districts deliver measurable progress, strengthen local governance systems, and contribute meaningfully to national development goals.
“With shared responsibility and sustained commitment, we will continue to work diligently to ensure that the people of the Ashanti Region experience improved services, accountable leadership, and inclusive development,” the Council affirmed.
The successful signing of the Performance Contracts with the Ejisu Municipal Assembly once again reinforces the Ashanti Region’s reputation as a leader in governance coordination, accountability, and effective decentralised administration, setting a strong example for other regions across the country.
