Stories and facts

The municipality boasts a well-structured governance system, consisting of a dedicated Municipal Chief Executive, fifteen (15) Elected Assembly Members, Seven Government-Appointed Assembly Members, and a Member of Parliament.

Geographically, the Oforikrom Municipality is positioned between Latitude 6.35oN and 6.40oS and Longitude 1.30oW and 1.35oE, with an elevation ranging from 250 to 300 meters above sea level. It shares its boundaries with Ejisu to the East, Bosomtwe District Assembly to the South, Asokwa Municipal Assembly to the South-West, Asokore Mampong to the North, and Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly to the West.

Covering an area of approximately 4,978.47 hectares (49.78 square kilometers), equivalent to about 0.0192 percent of the total land area of Ashanti Region, the Oforikrom Municipal Assembly's size and strategic location contribute significantly to the region's overall development. Its proximity to the national capital, Accra, approximately 270 km to the south, further enhances its potential as a center of progress and connectivity.

The Oforikrom Municipal Assembly stands tall as a beacon of progress in the Ashanti Region, driven by its effective governance, strategic location, and potential for growth. Its ongoing efforts and dedication to development continue to make it an integral part of the national context.