The Paramount Chief of the Atebubu Traditional Area, HRM Ohempon Dr. Yeboah Asiamah, has reiterated his conviction that with the right support, Atebubu can become the agricultural powerhouse of Ghana. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) on August 18, 2025, Ohempon outlined his visionary framework—The Seven Pillars of Atebubu—emphasizing agriculture as the cornerstone of the area’s transformation agenda.
Renowned as one of Ghana’s largest farming communities, Atebubu is endowed with vast expanses of fertile land ideally suited for crop cultivation and agribusiness. However, Ohempon noted that the persistent lack of farming inputs and logistical support continues to hinder productivity. He appealed to the government, development partners, and private investors to provide critical resources that would enable farmers in the area to reach their full potential. According to him, with such backing, Atebubu could significantly contribute to national food security.
Beyond agriculture, Ohempon highlighted education as a vital developmental pillar. He cited several initiatives aimed at improving learning outcomes, including the establishment of the Atebubuman Education Secretariat to provide support for access to excellent and equitable education and career guidance for human capital development for the forward movement of Atebubu, community-based radio vacation classes, and educational seminars tailored for BECE and WASSCE candidates. Plans are also in place to upgrade facilities at the ATSEC Model Primary School, located within the Atebubu Senior High School campus.
Addressing the critical issue of water scarcity, Ohempon revealed that urgent interventions are underway. The upcoming Atebubu Foryawo Yam Festival will serve as a strategic fundraising platform to mobilize resources from residents, the diaspora, and government stakeholders toward providing sustainable access to clean water.
On the growing concern of youth involvement in drug abuse, Ohempon stressed the importance of education and agriculture in providing constructive alternatives. He urged national security agencies to intensify efforts in combating the illicit drug trade within the area by cracking down on distributors and protecting the future of Atebubu’s youth.
HRM Ohempon Dr. Yeboah Asiamah concluded by reaffirming that Atebubu, underpinned by its Seven Pillars—particularly agriculture, education, and water management—has the potential to emerge as a beacon of rural development and prosperity in Ghana. He called for collective action and strategic partnerships to actualize this bold vision for the benefit of both the community and the nation at large.
