In a heartwarming demonstration of compassion and commitment to social inclusion, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Oforikrom in the Ashanti Region, Hon. Anwel Sadat, marked his birthday with an extensive community outreach initiative to support vulnerable groups within his jurisdiction.
The MCE utilized the personal milestone as an opportunity to directly engage with and provide assistance to three vital charitable institutions dedicated to the welfare of children and individuals with special needs. The carefully selected beneficiaries of this special gesture included:
All Nations Charity Home at Ayigya,
King Jesus Charity Home at Boadi and
Life Community Special School at Mankranso
Hon. Sadat’s visit to these homes and the special school served not only as a donation exercise but also as an important platform for interaction, allowing him to observe the day-to-day challenges and triumphs of the children, students, and their dedicated caregivers.
As the core of the outreach, the MCE presented substantial donations of essential commodities to each of the three facilities. The items, aimed at directly supporting the nutritional needs and general welfare of the residents, included,bags of rice,bags of gari (cassava flakes),yam tubers,beans,assorted drinks,various other commodities
The quantity and variety of the donated items were designed to provide a significant boost to the institutions, easing the financial burden on the caregivers and ensuring the children have access to nourishing meals.
Addressing the media and representatives of the institutions during the visits, Hon. Anwel Sadat underscored the motivation behind his birthday initiative. He articulated that the outreach was a clear reflection of his continued commitment to compassion, inclusion, and the welfare of all citizens within the Oforikrom Municipality.
“A responsible leadership must prioritize the well-being of its most vulnerable members,” Hon. Sadat stated. “My birthday is a time for reflection and gratitude, and there is no better way to celebrate than by sharing joy and support with these wonderful children and the selfless people who dedicate their lives to caring for them. This gesture is a renewal of my pledge to ensure that no one is left behind in the development agenda of Oforikrom.”
The MCE emphasized that his administration remains dedicated to fostering an environment where charitable organizations and special needs institutions receive the necessary support to carry out their invaluable work.
Caregivers and heads of the beneficiary institutions expressed profound gratitude for the MCE’s thoughtfulness and generosity. The representative from the King Jesus Charity Home remarked, “We are deeply thankful to the Hon. MCE for thinking of us on his special day. These provisions will go a long way in supporting our children, and his personal presence provides a great source of encouragement.” Similarly, the Life Community Special School acknowledged the positive impact of the donation on their operational needs.
Hon. Anwel Sadat’s birthday celebration sets a powerful example of civic leadership driven by empathy and social responsibility. The event not only provided immediate relief to the vulnerable groups but also reinforced the MCE’s vision for an inclusive and supportive community in Oforikrom. The Municipal Assembly is expected to continue rolling out programs and initiatives aimed at strengthening social support systems across the municipality in the coming year.
