The Asanteman has urged President John Mahama to prioritise ongoing and future development projects in the Ashanti Region.

This was made known during the President's visit to the first Akwasidae Festival of the year in Kumasi.

Speaking on behalf of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II called on President Mahama to ensure that the region remains a top priority in his development agenda, emphasizing the need for continuity and progress across the kingdom. "You shall not let us down all the ongoing developmental projects within the kingdom, not only in Kumasi, but spread over the rest of the kingdom, like your own brother's kingdom, Mampong, you won't let us down," he said.

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