Govt committed to rural development in Savannah Region – Minister

The Savannah Regional Minister, Mr Sualisu Be-Awuribe, has emphasized the government's dedication to ensuring equitable development for rural communities in the region. Speaking at the region's inaugural "Accounting to the People" event, held by the East Gonja Municipal Assembly, Mr Be-Awuribe highlighted the Regional Coordinating Council's collaboration with Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to guarantee rural areas receive the development they are entitled to.

The minister underscored transparency and accountability as top priorities, asserting that these principles are crucial for fostering good governance and sustainable development at the local level.

Mr Be-Awuribe stated that accelerating development across all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) would continue to be a top priority for the government. He stressed that transparency and accountability to citizens are essential for effective engagement in local governance. The East Gonja Municipal Assembly has, through its mandate, constructed schools, clinics, roads, and boreholes, as well as undertaken other social interventions in the municipality.

The assembly intends to keep engaging stakeholders and reporting on its activities and the use of public resources, according to Mr Be-Awuribe.

Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahim, Member of Parliament for the area, praised the assembly for embracing the accountability initiative. She emphasized the importance of public trust and proper management of public resources, urging the assembly to persist in delivering on its mandate. Hajia Zuwera appealed to the assembly to maintain the initiative to bolster public confidence and trust.

The East Gonja Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Mr Kassim Rabiu Yazid, assured residents that the assembly would continue to ensure public resources are used efficiently to enhance their lives. He pledged that development projects would reach all communities within the municipality. Mr Yazid called on residents to collaborate closely with the assembly as it continues to roll out projects aimed at improving their living conditions.