Medeama administrative manager Benjamin Kessie has been confirmed as the new Municipal Chief Executive of the Tarkwa-Nsuem Municipal Assembly.

The hugely respected club official pulled 90% of votes cast to confirm the appointment by Ghana President Nana Akufo Adoo to replace Gilbert Ken Asmah.

"We are delighted as a club that your enviable track record has been rewarded by the first gentleman of the land to serve your people," a club statement read on Friday.

"We would like to assure you of our full support in the discharge of your duty during your tenure.

"We would also like urge you to work closely with local chiefs, your party faithful, the Member of Parliament (MP), identified organizations and other well-meaning opinion leaders for effective development of the municipality.

"Once again, we share in your joy and call to duty and wish you well."

He was previously the Presiding Member of the same constituency.