Eastern Regional Co-ordinating Council

On Thursday, 9th April 2026, the Eastern Regional Minister @akosuawat received a team from Telecel Ghana ahead of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) Xperience Concert in Koforidua. The team updated her on Telecel’s initiatives in the Eastern Region and invited her representatives to the event.

The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, will launch the 2026 ERCC Educational Fair on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Oyoko Methodist SHS (OMESS) at 10:00am. The week-long fair will provide a platform for students to explore academic and career opportunities

1/2 Hello Odame, Hope you had a good day. Eastern Region isn’t left out on the list of the "Big Push" infrastructure agenda, here are the projects aligned by their current implementation status. This categorization reflects those that are currently active on the ground (Started) versus those that are in the final procurement, design, or mobilization phases (Yet to be Done) 🚧 1. Projects Already Started (Work in Progress)and anchored under Big Push These projects have contractors on-site, are undergoing active construction, or have completed significant phases of rehabilitation: * Nsawam - Apedwa Road: A critical component of the Accra-Kumasi dualization; work is actively ongoing to ensure a seamless 6-lane transition. * Somanya - Kpong-Akuse Road: Reconstruction and asphaltic overlay are currently underway to support this educational and industrial hub. * Rehabilitation of Atimpoku - Asikuma Junction Road: Part of the Eastern Corridor stabilization; contractors are mobilized and working on surface improvements. * Rehabilitation of Asikuma Junction - Anyirawasi Road: Ongoing works to improve the link between the Eastern and Volta Regions. * 1,000km Agricultural Enclave Roads: Phased construction has commenced across various districts to ensure farmers can reach markets during the 2026 harvest seasons. * Rural Electricity Acceleration & Urban Intensification: Rollout is active, with poles being mounted and transformers installed in several underserved communities across the region.

The Ghana Armed Forces recruitment exercise at Koforidua Jackson Park is calm this afternoon. Earlier, a high turnout led the GAF to split Stage One into two days: today, recruits for the Navy and Air Force are being attended to, while Army recruitment continues tomorrow.

The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has inaugurated District Peace Council Desk Officers across the region. The officers are mandated to promote peace, manage conflicts, and support reconciliation efforts across the region.

The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, joined other dignitaries and security personnel at the Koforidua Jackson Park to commemorate the 80th Remembrance Day. The ceremony honoured the gallant Ghanaian soldiers who fought and died in World Wars I and II.

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Earlier today, I hosted the Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, at St. Joseph Catholic Hospital, Koforidua.The Minister was in the Eastern Region for a working visit.

Come to think of it, apart from Thomas Partey, I can't identify any other player that hails from the Eastern Region. I think it’s about time we put together an initiative to hunt for future Black Stars talents from the Eastern Region. Do we have any trusted sports agencies in Ghana we can partner with?

On behalf of H.E. President John Dramani Mahama, I commissioned the new DVLA Office at Akwatia yesterday, Sunday, 31st August 2025. President Mahama has always believed in continuity of governance, ensuring that no project serving the people is left unfinished. This new office is a clear example of that commitment, bringing essential services closer to the community while we also pursue new initiatives that shape our nation’s growth. God be our helper!

When we promise, we deliver! The people of Akwatia no longer have to travel all the way to Oda to access DVLA services; they are now right at your doorstep. The drivers and people of Akwatia extend their gratitude to H.E. John Mahama.

In a gesture of support and solidarity, the Muslim community in Koforidua called on Eastern Regional Minister Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey to convey condolences to President Mahama and the Government of Ghana after the loss of 8 fallen heroes in the Sikaman helicopter crash.

We wish to announce that the Eastern Regional Co-ordinating Council(ERCC) has opened a Book of Condolence at its Client Service Unit in honour of the eight citizens who tragically lost their lives in the military helicopter crash on 6th August, 2025. May their souls RIP🙏🏿🇬🇭

Statement by the Eastern Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, on the tragic helicopter crash on Wednesday, 6th August 2025, at Adansi Akrofuom in the Ashanti Region.

We spoke on Tuesday, I said you are an exceptional Defense Minister and Sir, you still are! As tears run down my face, I'm glad I knew you. Sir, your legacy of service to humanity lives on!

As directed by the President, the Eastern Regional Co-ordinating Council (ERCC) has lowered the national flag to half-mast in solemn remembrance of the souls lost in the tragic Military Helicopter cr@sh. Their Legacy of Service to Humanity lives on🙏🏿🇬🇭

O6-08-2025 !💔💔💔 💔💔💔💔💔

Yesterday, H.E. John Dramani Mahama visited Koforidua as part of his Thank You Tour to express deep appreciation to the people of the Eastern Region for the mandate to reset and rebuild the nation. During his visit, the President renewed his commitment to advancing development across the region. Key promises made to the people of the Eastern Region: 1. Completion of the Eastern Regional Hospital. 2. Dualization of the Koforidua- Bonsu-Apedwa Road. 3. Construction of a modern bridge over the Afram Plains River. 4. Extension of the Eastern Regional Water Supply Project to benefit over 1 million people. 5. Finalization of the Osino-Anyinam Bypass. 6. Commitment to fixing major roads and improving infrastructure across the region. 7. The inclusion of the Eastern Region in the Big Push program. The Eastern Region will continue to receive its fair share of national development, with a focus on infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other essential needs of the people. Mr. President, we will continue to support your vision and work together to ensure the full implementation of these promises. Thank you, Eastern Region.
Thank you, Ghana. 🇬🇭

“We’re set to build a modern bridge over the Afram Plains River so people no longer have to rely on the pontoon.” — President Mahama. He made this remark during his Thank You Tour visit to the Eastern Region. #president #mahama #EasternRegion