The Paramount Chief of the Kologo Traditional Area, Naba Tandegrewongrekugre Clifford Asobayire V, has urged Municipal and District Assemblies in the Upper East Region to prioritize security in their development plans. He cited growing concerns about killings and armed attacks on highways. The traditional ruler made the call at the opening of the 2027–2030 Regional Composite Budget Hearings in Navrongo.
Naba Asobayire V expressed concern that assemblies continued to prioritize other development projects while paying inadequate attention to security. He noted that the increasing reports of violent attacks and killings should compel local authorities to invest in security infrastructure, particularly police stations in underserved communities. The Paramount Chief lamented that security was not being taken seriously.
The absence of adequate security infrastructure exposes residents and travelers to danger, particularly along highways where criminals reportedly attack unsuspecting road users. Naba Asobayire V urged assemblies to demonstrate their commitment to protecting lives by making provisions for security infrastructure in their budgets. He emphasized that security was essential to development.
The Paramount Chief stressed that security should receive the same attention as roads, education, healthcare, and other social infrastructure. He particularly appealed for a police station in Kologo, arguing that its establishment would improve security and provide residents with better access to police services. This would strengthen the response to crime in the area.
Naba Asobayire V challenged the assemblies to demonstrate measurable progress in addressing security concerns before the next budget hearings. He commended the assemblies for their development efforts but emphasized that development planning must respond to the immediate concerns of residents, including their safety and protection from crime.
The 2027–2030 Regional Composite Budget Hearings brought together representatives of the 15 Municipal and District Assemblies in the Upper East Region to present and defend their development plans and budgets. The exercise provides an opportunity for assemblies to assess their development priorities, review proposed expenditure, and ensure that planned interventions address the needs of their communities.
The Paramount Chief's call for a police station in Kologo and prioritization of security in development plans is a significant concern for the region. Residents and travelers are exposed to danger due to the absence of adequate security infrastructure. The assemblies have been urged to make security a priority in their development plans and budgets.
Key points
- The Paramount Chief of Kologo Traditional Area calls for a police station in Kologo to improve security.
- Assemblies in the Upper East Region are urged to prioritize security in their development plans.
- The 2027–2030 Regional Composite Budget Hearings brought together representatives of 15 Municipal and District Assemblies in the Upper East Region.
