Maleka Farms Limited, a privately-owned tilapia farming company situated in Kadjanya near Asutsuare in the Shai-Osudoku District of the Greater Accra Region, has provided support to the Ghana Police Service in Akuse by undertaking the reconstruction of sections of the historic police station, which is over 100 years old.

The company invested $75,000.00 in this project, in response to a request from the Ghana Police Service, as part of its commitment to corporate social responsibility within the local community.

The Akuse Police Station, constructed in 1911, holds significance as one of the oldest police stations in the country. Initially established to ensure security in Akuse and its surrounding areas during the town's prosperous era as a thriving commercial center, the station required attention and revitalization.

During the inauguration of the newly reconstructed police station, the Chief Executive Officer of Maleka Farms Limited, Mr. Roger Aboujaoude, expressed the company's dedication to giving back to the community.

He acknowledged the deteriorating condition of the existing police facility, which also serves as the district headquarters, and highlighted the company's commitment to addressing this issue.

“With the deplorable state of the building, the company decided to take it upon itself to construct a better edifice for the police for the benefit of the community and to enhance the operations of the police specifically, since working in an ideal office definitely enhances performance.”

Mr. Aboujaoude emphasized that as a responsible corporate entity, Maleka Farms Limited recognizes that the provision of essential facilities for all communities cannot solely rely on the police and the government. Therefore, they made the decision to offer their assistance to enhance policing in the area.

In a speech delivered on behalf of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Emmanuel Twumasi-Ankrah, the Eastern Regional Police Commander, commended the commendable efforts of the company. He emphasized the importance of expanding the infrastructure of the police administration to meet the evolving needs of communities.

“To be able to expand our infrastructural base in the communities in terms of both residential and office accommodation, we would need the support of all civil societies, benevolent individuals, companies among others for the government to equip and maintain the police organisation” he said.

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The regional commander expressed his concern over the numerous challenges faced by the Akuse Police District, as well as the broader Akosombo Division. He highlighted various criminal activities, including robbery, murder, rape, unlawful entry, stealing, and fraud, among others. Additionally, he mentioned other policing challenges such as road accidents, chieftaincy disputes, and land litigations.

In response to these challenges, Member of Parliament for Okai Koi North, Theresa Lardi Awuni, called for collaboration between the police and the local community to support and cooperate with Maleka Farms in their ongoing efforts to assist the communities.

“What you have seen today is the beginning of better things to come if you continue to cooperate with the benefactor.”

The Municipal Chief Executive of Lower Manya Krobo, Simon Kweku Tetteh, emphasized the importance of the police taking proper care of the facility. He expressed his belief that it would serve as a source of motivation for the officers to effectively and efficiently fulfill their responsibilities in maintaining law and order in Akuse and its surrounding areas.

Furthermore, he called upon all community members residing within the jurisdiction of the Akuse Police Station to join forces with the Ghana Police Service in Akuse to combat crime.

Distinguished guests such as Nana Dokua Amponsah III, the Paramount Queen Mother of the Shai-Osudoku Traditional Area and President of the Queen Mothers Association of Ghana, Nene Otibo IV, the Maklalo of the Shai-Osudoku Traditional Area, and Nene Aklebeto, the Secretary to the Osudoku Traditional Council, graced the event.