By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei
The Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis-Xavier Sosu, has donated 13 motorcycles and 40 streetlights to security agencies in the constituency to enhance mobility, improve visibility, and strengthen crime prevention efforts.
The gesture, made on Friday, September 12, 2025, formed part of the MP’s ongoing “Accounting to the People” Tour, which he uses to engage constituents and address pressing needs across Madina, Oyarifa, and surrounding communities.
As part of the tour, Mr. Sosu visited various security agencies to assess their operations, listen to their challenges, and provide critical support. The tour began at the Madina Police Station and ended at the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) Station, where the MP interacted directly with officers.
He presented logistics including motorcycles, streetlights, building materials, and financial support to improve their working conditions.
Mr. Sosu said the initiative aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s 24-hour economy vision, stressing that safe, well-lit neighborhoods and adequately resourced security services are vital to sustaining economic growth.
“Accounting to the people is a fundamental part of leadership. That is why anytime Parliament goes on recess, I make it a point to visit communities to understand their concerns and provide support where I can,” he explained.
The MP noted that this year alone, he has provided 30 motorcycles to security agencies—an achievement he said was not possible during his previous four-year term as an opposition MP.
“This tells you that the reset agenda is affecting every aspect of our lives. That is why we are here today, not only to donate these items but also to hand over Youth Employment Agency (YEA) trainees to institutions to commence their training,” he added.
At the Madina Fire Station, Mr. Sosu reiterated his commitment to accountability, consistency, and community-centered leadership. He assured the security services of his continuous support to enable them to carry out their duties more effectively.
Security officers in attendance welcomed the donation, describing it as timely given recent challenges with crime, fire outbreaks, and inadequate resources in the municipality.
The Madina constituency, one of the most densely populated in Accra, has experienced recurring challenges with street crime, fire incidents, and poor lighting. Residents say the lack of mobility for police and fire officers has made crime prevention and response efforts difficult.
The MP’s initiative is expected to bolster patrol operations, improve community safety at night, and strengthen trust between security agencies and residents.
Mr. Sosu further assured that more interventions would follow under his tour, which focuses on infrastructure, youth employment, and social accountability.
