In a strong show of unity and community focus, chiefs from the four traditional areas of South Dayi District have presented pressing development concerns to the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Kwamina Addison, during a courtesy visit in Accra.
The chiefs congratulated Dr. Addison on his appointment and used the occasion to express the hopes and expectations of the people of South Dayi, drawing attention to critical challenges such as water shortages, inadequate school infrastructure, and poor road networks.
In response, the Governor struck a deeply personal tone, assuring the chiefs that he remains committed to the progress of his home district.
He revealed that he is already in discussions with the Deputy Minister of Finance to permanently resolve the persistent water crisis in the Kpali and Tongor areas.
He expressed confidence that the issue will be addressed before the next dry season sets in.
On education, Dr. Addison outlined plans to improve infrastructure by providing dormitories for all Senior High Schools in the district.
He added that the Kpali area, currently the only traditional area without a secondary school, will soon have a Senior High School constructed to ensure educational equity.
He also highlighted efforts to fast-track the completion of the Asikuma–Dzemeni road, a key economic route, noting that he is applying pressure at the ministerial level to ensure the project moves forward.
Dr. Addison thanked Deiga, one of the traditional leaders, for his support and key role in his appointment. He further stated his readiness to work closely with the Member of Parliament and other stakeholders to attract more development into the district.
Proposing a common district festival as a unifying cultural event, the Governor encouraged the chiefs to consider initiatives that bring the people together and strengthen identity and pride in South Dayi.
He concluded by affirming that his door remains open to the people of the district and that he is willing to support any initiative that brings tangible development to the area.
Also present at the meeting were South Dayi Constituency Chairman, Mr. Prince Alex Adoboe; Mr. Prosper Kwame Ofosu; and legal practitioner Emmanuel Kpekata, Esq., who facilitated the engagement.
Source: Ivy Priscilla Setordjie
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