The Nandom Municipal Assembly has handed over several completed development projects to beneficiary communities in the Upper West Region of Ghana. The projects, which cover healthcare, education, water supply, and security, were handed over during a two-day development tour of the municipality. The tour was conducted by the Member of Parliament (MP) for Nandom, Mr. Richard Kuuire, and the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Mr. Anthony Ziniel.
The projects include Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds at Tokuu and Bapula, which aim to bring basic healthcare services closer to residents, particularly women, children, the elderly, and other vulnerable groups. Additionally, two-unit kindergarten blocks were handed over at Zimuopare, Ko-Bukong, and Betaglu, while a Junior High School block at Monyupelle was also handed over to the community.
The Assembly also handed over a police post at Kokoligu to strengthen security presence and improve access to policing services in the community and surrounding areas. This project is expected to enhance security and safety in the area. Furthermore, the Assembly provided five mechanized pumps at Goziir Nuruyir, Bu, Tuopare, Tankyaraa, and Kusiele to address challenges associated with access to potable water.
In addition to the mechanized pumps, ten additional hand pumps were provided at various locations, including Bu, Bapula, Kokoligu, Kuutuuryir, Betaglu, Taayaga, Tokuu, Ginugangn, Dabagteng, and Vapuo. These water facilities aim to reduce the distance and difficulties residents face in accessing potable water and contribute to improved sanitation, hygiene, and general well-being.
The projects form part of development interventions undertaken in the municipality during the less-than-two-year tenure of the MP and the MCE. The commissioning and handing-over exercise provided an opportunity for stakeholders to assess the completed infrastructure and their expected impact on the beneficiary communities.
During the exercise, the communities were urged to take ownership of the facilities, use them responsibly, and ensure their proper maintenance to prolong their lifespan. They were also encouraged to work closely with the relevant government institutions and the Assembly to protect the facilities against vandalism and other forms of misuse.
The Assembly reiterated its commitment to collaborating with traditional authorities, government agencies, development partners, and local communities to improve infrastructure and enhance the quality of life of residents across the Nandom Municipality. The exercise also provided an opportunity for residents and community leaders to interact with the MP, MCE, and other officials on their development needs and the effective utilization of the newly completed facilities.
Key points
- The Nandom Municipal Assembly has completed and handed over several development projects to improve access to social services and infrastructure in the Upper West Region of Ghana.
- The projects include healthcare facilities, educational infrastructure, water supply systems, and security posts.
- The Assembly has reiterated its commitment to collaborating with stakeholders to improve infrastructure and enhance the quality of life of residents across the Nandom Municipality.
