The Upper West Regional Youth Parliament has commended President John Dramani Mahama for creating the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment.
This move, according to the youth advocacy group, is one of the strategic steps towards addressing the unique challenges faced by young people in Ghana.
Speaker of the Regional Youth Parliament, James Baba Anabiga said the establishment of this ministry reflects a significant shift in focus, prioritizing holistic youth advancement, capacity building, and empowerment for national development.
In a two-page document signed by the speaker and copied to 3news, the Youth Parliament is optimistic that this ministry will tackle critical issues such as youth unemployment, entrepreneurship, education, and skills development.
They, however, expressed worry over certain infrastructural challenges that they think should be brought to the attention of the President and his government, and key among them is the poor nature of roads within the Northern part of Ghana.
The release contained the completion of construction work on the Wa-Tumu-Bolga road and the rehabilitation of the Wa-Sawla-Wenchi road to facilitate youth participation in economic activities and boost local entrepreneurship.
Also on the list are the Youth Employment and Financial Commitments, where they called on the NDC government to resolve the delayed allowances of Nation Builders Corps (NABCO) trainees to provide financial relief and restore confidence in government interventions.
The Regional Youth Parliament is also of the view that establishing inclusive platforms to engage young people at all levels in the formulation and implementation of policies that directly affect their lives.
The Upper West Regional Youth Parliament has pledged its support and collaboration with the government to ensure the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment fulfils its mandate.
They also called on all stakeholders to work together in supporting initiatives that empower young people, ultimately contributing to national prosperity.
