The chief of Offinso, Nana Dwamena Akenten II, has voiced strong support for the Minority Caucus in Parliament. He has asked them to represent the farmers well.
The chief made these remarks on Sunday. He spoke as Members of Parliament from the Minority group toured cocoa farming communities. The tour is part of a week-long visit to the Ashanti Region.
Nana Dwamena Akenten II urged the MPs to actively raise concerns important to cocoa farmers. He believes they should voice these issues during their time in the region. This shows his trust in the Minority Caucus to advocate for the farming community.
The Minority MPs were led by their Chief Whip. He is also the Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri. Their visit aims to understand the challenges faced by cocoa farmers firsthand.
The chief’s endorsement highlights the importance of farmers' voices in policy discussions. It encourages parliamentary groups to engage directly with constituents and their concerns.