Veep Pledges Road Works, Sugar Factory Revival at Komendaman Nyeyi Festival
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has pledged government’s renewed commitment to addressing pressing development needs in the Komenda Traditional Area, particularly the rehabilitation of key road networks and the revival of the Komenda Sugar Development Company Limited.
Speaking at the grand durbar of the 2025 Komendaman Nyeyi Festival in the Central Region, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang emphasized the cultural importance of the annual celebration, describing it as a vital link between heritage, tradition, and modern governance. She said the festival strengthens the bond between the state and the people while offering an opportunity to reflect on shared aspirations.
The Komenda Traditional Council used the occasion to again press for the refurbishment and operationalisation of the Komenda Sugar Factory, stressing that its restoration would not only create jobs for the youth but also serve as a driver of the government’s 24-hour economy initiative.
Paramount Chief of the Komenda Traditional Area, Okatakyie Komeh VIII, called on government to expedite plans to restart the factory. He assured that local farmers are prepared to supply the necessary sugarcane once production resumes. Beyond that, the chief appealed for the expansion of the Komenda landing bay to accommodate more vessels, arguing that a larger docking space would ease pressure on the roads and reduce the damage caused by heavy cargo trucks.
This year’s Komendaman Nyeyi Festival was marked under the theme “Ensuring Sustainability through Education”, highlighting the community’s commitment to leveraging education as a foundation for long-term social and economic progress.
