In an appeal for collaborative development efforts, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Northern Development Authority (NDA) Dr. Emmanuel Abeere-Inga, has called on traditional authorities and stakeholders in the five northern regions of Ghana to unite in addressing the significant developmental gap between the North and South.
During a recent courtesy visit to the Overlord of the Mamprugu kingdom, Nayiri, Dr. Abeere-Inga articulated the necessity of teamwork and cooperation in driving sustainable growth for the northern sector.
Dr. Emmanuel Abeere-Inga’s visit to the Nayiri, Naa Mahammi Bohagu Abdulai Sheriga, marked a significant moment in the quest for enhanced development in Northern Ghana.
He emphasized that the NDA is committed to facilitating progress but cannot succeed without the active participation of traditional leaders and local stakeholders. He specifically called on prominent figures such as the Yagbon wura and the Yaa- Na to join forces with the NDA in pursuit of a common goal transforming the northern regions into a vibrant hub of development.
Dr. Abeere-Inga highlighted the critical role traditional authorities play in mobilizing their communities and leading development initiatives. He expressed concern over the unfinished projects left by previous administrations, notably the Pwalugu Dam.
This dam, which is crucial for boosting agricultural productivity in the northern regions, has faced significant delays, with little advancement made since its initial announcement. Dr. Abeere-Inga recalled how President John Dramani Mahama had placed great importance on the project, pledging to revive it for completion and utilization.
The NDA CEO pointed out that overcoming the historical and systemic challenges faced by the northern regions requires a unified approach. He identified two primary obstacles, the inability to mobilize the people of the North as a cohesive unit and the lack of a strategic plan that everyone can rally behind.
According to him, for the northern regions to thrive, there must be a concerted effort that transcends individual agendas, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose among the leaders and the populace.
This appeal for collaboration underscores the urgency of addressing the developmental disparities and paints a hopeful picture of what can be achieved when leaders and communities come together with a shared vision.
