President Mahama Assures Dagbon of Fair Share of Development Projects

President John Dramani Mahama has said Dagbon will receive its fair share of government development projects, assuring the Regent of Dagbon, Kampakuya-Naa Yakubu II, of continued cooperation between the Presidency and the traditional leadership.

“As long as I remain President, Dagbon will receive its fair share of the development projects my government can undertake,” he said when he received the Regent and his delegation at Jubilee House.

President Mahama said roads, education, healthcare, agricultural livelihoods and water supply would remain central to the partnership between the government and traditional authorities, adding that development must translate into better living conditions and greater opportunities for the people.

“Above all, the people of Dagbon deserve to see the peace we enjoy reflected in better livelihoods, stronger public services and greater opportunities for their children,” he said.

The President said his government would maintain open channels of communication with the Gbewaa Palace and respond respectfully to concerns raised by the traditional leadership.

“We will maintain open channels of communication with your palace and respond with respect and care to any matters you bring to our attention,” he assured the Regent.

He also encouraged close cooperation among the relevant ministries, regional coordinating councils and district assemblies to address the development priorities of communities in Dagbon.

“Close cooperation with the relevant ministries, regional coordinating councils and district assemblies will help us address the priorities of the people of Dagbon,” he said.

President Mahama further pledged to support the Regent in fulfilling the legacy of the late Ya-Na, whom he described as a bridge-builder.

“Your father was a bridge-builder, and you have promised not only to maintain the bridges he built but also to build your own bridges during your reign,” he said.

The President extended his condolences to the Regent over the death of the late Ya-Na and urged him to build on his predecessor’s service to Dagbon and Ghana.

He also called for sustained peace, unity and dialogue, stressing that the government respected Dagbon’s customs, traditions and institutions and would support an environment in which traditional authorities could discharge their responsibilities with dignity.

President Mahama said he looked forward to receiving the Regent’s concerns and counsel and would direct the appropriate ministers and officials to engage with his representatives and provide feedback on matters requiring follow-up.

Richard Aniagyei, ISD