Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Yussif Sulemana, has assured residents of Mandari, a farming community near Bole in the Savannah Region, of plans to establish a clinic to improve access to healthcare.
He said the proposed facility would help address the community’s healthcare needs, particularly maternal health, and reduce preventable maternal deaths.
Mr Sulemana gave the assurance at the first-ever homecoming durbar of the people of Mandari, where he pledged to work towards providing the community with a modern, fully equipped clinic.
He also cautioned the youth against drug abuse, urging them to avoid substances that could jeopardise their health, ambitions and future prospects.
Meanwhile, the Chief of Mandari and former Chief Executive Officer of the Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA), Gilbert Iddi, highlighted the role of the Mandari Youth Association in promoting community development.
He said the association was committed to educating residents on health, environmental sanitation and the dangers of drug abuse among young people.
Mr Iddi commended the youth for supporting sanitation efforts by providing waste containers, wheelbarrows and other equipment to help keep the community clean.
He also expressed appreciation to the Savannah Regional Narcotics Board for educating residents on substance abuse and its consequences.
The President of the Mandari Youth Association, Moses Gbolo, said young people had a responsibility to contribute to the development of their community and protect the environment.
He noted that the homecoming celebration offered an opportunity to strengthen unity among residents and educate the youth on the dangers of drug abuse as part of efforts to secure a better future for the community.
The event was also attended by the Deputy Minister for Tourism and Member of Parliament for Ayawaso North, Yussif Jajah, who expressed joy at reconnecting with his maternal family in Mandari after about 30 years away.
Speaking in Safalba, Mr Jajah joined residents in singing and dancing the traditional Satuo dance, adding a cultural highlight to the gathering.
The homecoming durbar brought together community members and public officials to discuss development priorities, promote unity and encourage young people to take an active role in shaping Mandari’s future.
