HON. FRANCIS AKUMATEY COMMISSIONS 29-SEATER PUBLIC TOILET FACILITY AT OKPER , SOMANYA.

On Friday, 12th June, 2026, Hon. Francis Addo Akumatey, the Municipal Chief Executive for Yilo Krobo Municipal Assembly, commissioned a 29-seater public toilet facility at Okper, a community in Somanya.

The facility, constructed through Public Private Partnership, forms part of efforts to improve sanitation, end open defecation, and promote public health in line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 6)

Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Akumatey urged residents to own and maintain the facility to ensure longevity.

The new toilet block includes separate units for males and females, disability-friendly access, handwashing stations, and a water storage system.

Community leaders and residents of Okper expressed appreciation to the Assembly and the private developer, pledging to set up a management committee to oversee proper use and maintenance.

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