Her confirmation, with 59 out of 66 Assembly Members voting in her favour, representing 89 percent, marked a historic milestone, as she became the first female MCE of the municipality since 1988w hen Ghana began the decentralisation concept.

This landmark achievement drew significant support, particularly from women who gathered in large numbers at the Municipal Assembly to witness and celebrate her confirmation.

The announcement by the Municipal Director of the Electoral Commission, Mrs. Franca Dei Yeboah, was met with spontaneous jubilation.

Addressing the Assembly following her confirmation, Maame Sarfoah Appiah expressed deep gratitude for the confidence reposed in her by the President and the Assembly Members.
She said she was humbled by the opportunity to serve and extended her heartfelt appreciation to all who made it possible.

"I come into office with a clear conscience, bearing no grudges, and I promise an inclusive administration that is open to accept inputs from all quarters," she noted.

She emphasised the importance of unity and collaboration in driving the development agenda of the Municipality and called on all stakeholders to work together in the interest of the people.

"I know the expectations towards meeting the needs of our people are very high and I am very confident that with the support of the Central Government, my Member of Parliament and heads of departments we shall succeed," she stated.

The MCE pledged to provide progressive and inclusive leadership, committed to transparency, dialogue, and results- oriented governance for the benefit of all residents of Asante-Akim South.