The Nanton District Assembly successfully held its Fourth Quarter District Planning Coordinating Unit (DPCU) Meeting on Monday, 12th January 2026, bringing together key decentralized departments and stakeholders to review sector performance, share updates, and chart the way forward for coordinated district development.
The meeting was originally scheduled to commence at 10:00am. However, due to other official meetings that preceded it, proceedings formally began at 11:12am.
In the absence of the District Chief Executive (DCE) and the Deputy District Coordinating Director (DCD)—who were both engaged in other equally important official assignments—the meeting was duly chaired by the Head of the Planning Unit, ensuring continuity and adherence to the Assembly’s statutory planning processes.
Meeting Proceedings
The meeting opened with a prayer, followed by participant introductions and opening remarks. The purpose of the meeting was clearly outlined, emphasizing interdepartmental coordination, performance review, and alignment of departmental activities with the district’s development priorities.
Presentations were made by various departments in phases, including:
- Central Administration
- Health
- Education
- Agriculture
- Physical Planning
- Environmental Health and Sanitation
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Social Welfare and Community Development
- Gender Desk
- Budget and Rating (BAC)
- National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE)
- National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO)
- Ghana Police Service
- National Identification Authority (NIA)
- Ghana National Fire Service
- National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)
- Births and Deaths Registry
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) / Ambulance Service
Each presentation was followed by questions, suggestions, and constructive discussions, allowing participants to seek clarification, highlight challenges, and propose practical solutions. Scheduled snack and lunch breaks were observed to ensure smooth flow of activities.
Key Outcomes
- Enhanced inter-sectoral collaboration among decentralised departments
- Identification of operational challenges affecting service delivery
- Practical recommendations to strengthen planning, monitoring, and reporting
- Reinforcement of the DPCU’s role as the technical engine of district development
The meeting concluded with discussions on the way forward, focusing on implementation, follow-up actions, and improved coordination ahead of the next quarter. Closing remarks, a vote of thanks, and a closing prayer brought the session to a successful end.
Despite the initial delay and unavoidable absences, the Fourth Quarter DPCU Meeting achieved its core objectives and reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to effective planning and accountable local governance in the Nanton District.
