Agorko, a coastal fishing town in the Ketu South Municipality, has been thrust into the national spotlight following the remarkable achievement of Mr. Sewornu Clement, winner of the Best National Marine Farmer Award at the 41st Ghana National Farmers Day, 2025.
In a symbolic gesture of gratitude and community pride, Mr. Sewornu Clement presented his national award to the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Ketu South, Hon. Nicholas Kwabla Worlachie, acknowledging the enabling support and regulatory environment that contributed to his success.
Receiving the award, Hon. Worlachie expressed deep satisfaction and pride in Mr. Clement’s achievement, describing it as a testament to discipline, innovation, and strict adherence to the laws and regulations governing marine and aquaculture farming in Ghana.
“This award is not just for one man, but for Ketu South and the entire fishing community of Agorko. It shows that when our people work within the law and embrace best practices, they can compete and win at the national level,” the MCE stated.
He further noted that Mr. Clement’s achievement has placed Ketu South firmly on Ghana’s national food security map, particularly in the marine and fisheries value chain, contributing meaningfully to the country’s protein supply and food reserves.
In his remarks, Mr. Sewornu Clement urged fellow marine farmers and fishers across the municipality and beyond to respect government fishing regulations and fisheries laws, stressing that sustainable practices are the only pathway to long-term success in the sector.
“The sea can feed us today and tomorrow, but only if we respect the rules. Illegal practices destroy our future,” he cautioned.
Community Pride And National Projection
Residents and fisherfolk across Ketu South have hailed the achievement as a source of inspiration and renewed confidence in local livelihoods. Community leaders and youth groups in Agorko described the award as proof that coastal fishing communities, often overlooked, are critical contributors to Ghana’s national food basket.
Many called for increased government and private sector investment in marine farming infrastructure, cold storage, and capacity building to scale up production across Ketu South’s coastal belt.
As News Volta observed, Mr. Clement’s recognition goes beyond personal success—it projects Ketu South’s fishing communities onto the national stage, reinforcing their role in food security, employment, and sustainable economic growth.
The story of Agorko is now a national reference point: that with discipline, compliance, and innovation, local fishing communities can feed the nation and earn national honour.
Source Hebrews Pouyeli Kumako // News Volta
