President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to inclusive and balanced national development following a high-level engagement with the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs, led by Nene Sakite II.
During the courtesy call, the President outlined what he described as steady economic progress, citing improved macroeconomic stability, declining inflation, a strengthening currency, and Ghana’s ability to meet its debt obligations despite global economic pressures.
He also highlighted ongoing efforts to operationalise the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences (UEAS) at Bunso, alongside broader investments in infrastructure, healthcare, and local governance.
He noted that a key policy initiative is the uncapping of the District Assemblies Common Fund, which will allow Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies to retain up to 80 percent of their allocations to drive local development, including the rollout of 24-hour economy markets.
On healthcare, President Mahama assured the chiefs of government’s commitment to completing the Eastern Regional Hospital project and announced plans to construct three additional hospitals to expand access nationwide.
He further emphasised that flagship programmes such as Free Primary Health Care and the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, also known as MahamaCares, remain central to improving the wellbeing of citizens.
While acknowledging the progress made, the President stressed that youth unemployment remains a major concern, calling for accelerated private sector growth, industrialisation, and agricultural expansion to create sustainable jobs.
President Mahama expressed appreciation for the continued support of traditional authorities, noting that strong collaboration between government and chiefs is essential for achieving long-term national development.
