Speaking at the Jubilee House during a courtesy visit by the Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom, Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I, and a delegation of chiefs, President Mahama assured the people of the region that his administration would fulfill its promises.

Key initiatives outlined include the provision of potable water, the construction of a regional hospital, new school infrastructure, agricultural support, and major road developments.

The Yagbonwura and his delegation used the occasion to formally congratulate the President on his victory in the recent December elections and to remind him of his development pledges to the Savanna Region.

President Mahama expressed gratitude for the visit and emphasized his vision to ensure the growth and prosperity of the region through targeted infrastructure and social investments.

He also urged traditional leaders to collaborate with government to accelerate development efforts.

“The wellbeing of the Savanna Region is a top priority. Together, we can transform the region and improve the lives of our people,” the President said.

Source: Adomonline

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His concerns follow recent security incidents in Walewale, which have been linked to the Bawku crisis, heightening fears of instability spreading beyond its current epicenter.

Speaking to journalists after a high-level stakeholder meeting, the Minister emphasized the urgent need for proactive security measures to prevent any escalation within the Savannah Region.

He noted the region’s vulnerability due to its geographic proximity to conflict-prone areas, making it susceptible to infiltration by individuals seeking to extend hostilities.

“The spillover of the Bawku chieftaincy issues is affecting the Savannah Region. If you pass through the Sandema area, you can reach Daboya. Because of the conflict, some traffic is diverted from the main route through the North East Region. If we don’t establish the necessary security structures, some individuals could bring the conflict into our area. This is something we are taking very seriously,” he stated.

Walewale, he added, has already witnessed disturbances tied to the crisis.

The Minister assured residents that security agencies are on high alert and working closely with local authorities to prevent any escalation of violence.

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The exercise, scheduled from November 1 to December 31, 2024, will focus on identifying self-reconnections and preventing unauthorized use of in-line booster pumps.

In a statement, GWL stated: “The management of Ghana Water Limited (GWL) for the Northern and Savannah Regions wishes to inform the public and its valued customers that it will conduct a revenue mobilization exercise across these regions from November 1 to December 31, 2024.

“This initiative aims to retrieve outstanding arrears, identify and address illegal connections, detect self-reconnections, and eliminate the unauthorized use of in-line booster pumps.”

GWL encourages customers to promptly settle their arrears through its official online channels or designated pay points across the two regions to avoid service interruptions.

Read the statement below:

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The Savannah Region is one of five new regions created by the Akufo-Addo administration, carved out of the former Northern Region.

During a campaign visit to Bole on Sunday, Dr Bawumia addressed the Paramount Chief of Bole and his elders, emphasizing the NPP’s commitment to inclusive development.

He highlighted the positive impact of creating new regions on the Savannah Region.

He noted that the creation of the Savannah Region has led to numerous projects, including roads and hospitals, as part of the agenda to build 111 hospitals in various areas.

“We are in politics to help develop our communities and the country. It is significant to note that many of the developments you see in Bole and in the Savannah Region took place under the NPP. And given the chance, we will be able to do even more,” Dr. Bawumia said.

Dr Bawumia also mentioned several completed projects, such as school blocks, market centres, and CHPS compounds, stressing the need for continued support to finish ongoing developments.

The Bolewura welcomed Dr Bawumia and appealed for attention to other local concerns, including the Sawla road, the Bole market, and the Bole Central Mosque.

Dr Bawumia also agreed to renovate the mosque and assured the Bolewura of addressing the other issues.

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According to him, the body part was found in a polythene bag on the outskirts of the Bole Township.

“It tells you that the person was trying to run away with it but I think for some reason decided to leave it there and we are still monitoring to see how we can handle the situation,” he said on the JoyNews’ AM Show.

The revelation comes hours after the body was retrieved from the pavement of the St Kizito’s Primary school.

The yet-to-be-identified man was found naked with his head and manhood chopped off.

This discovery adds to similar incidents that have rocked the town.

In 2022, the bodies of deceased persons were found half buried, with some parts missing.

The recent killings, however, took a different turn as mentally ill people and night security guards, also known as watchmen, became targets.

Four bodies were discovered at different locations in the area between January and June this year.

As a result of these disturbances, residents of Bole in the Savannah Region have initiated a self-imposed curfew due to a series of gruesome serial killings in the area.

But the MP says Assembly Members and security personnel are engaging the residents to gather more information.

Mr Sulemana said a community watchdog programme is also being put together.

“We are engaging the community, the assemblymen are engaging them and that is how they were able to come up with a list of people who are ready to be part of the community watchdog programme,” he explained.

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In a statement on December 29, 2023, the group say “Hajia Adishetu was a shining light of courage and commitment to achieving a future dominant NPP.” 

They expressed their sincere condolence to the family as they go through grief. 

“It’s our fervent hope and prayer that Hajia Adishetu’s soul finds peaceful rest in the highest rank of Jannah,” the statement added.

Full statement below:

Like never before, our wing; the Savannah Regional Women’s Wing as an offspring is vulnerably losing her industrious mothers to the cold hands of death. 

We have received yet another horror shock and disbelieve, the passing of our mother Hajia Adishetu who until now was the Constituency Women Organizer for Bole-Bamboi Constituency. Our hearts are shattered, and we have no more words to say, the grief is just unbearable.

On behalf of all of us here in the Wing from all constituencies, electoral areas and polling stations; we express our deepest condolences to the good people especially the wing and executive committee of Bole-Bamboi Constituency, the family both extended and immediate for the loss.

It’s our fervent hope and prayer that Hajia Adishetu’s soul finds peaceful rest in the highest rank of Jannah.

As a Women Organizer, Hajia Adishetu was a shining light of courage and commitment to achieving a future dominant NPP in BBC,

An advisor and councilor to the women’s wing. Indeed a big void has been created in the women’s wing. 

Rest Well Hajia! Rest Peacefully! We’ll continue to pray for you and continue doing what you love on your behalf, serving the NPP.

………..Signed………..

Madam Fatahia Mohammed

[S/R Women Organizer, NPP].