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Government officials, including the Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources Ahmed Ibrahim, have expressed optimism that the Banda District in the Bono Region will become a major tourism destination hub in the country within the next five years. Mr Ibrahim, who is also the Member of Parliament for the Banda Constituency, stated that the government is dedicated to developing the district's rich tourism attraction sites, such as the Hippo Sanctuary, Bui National Park, Bui Hydro Lake, the Spider Village, and other archaeological sites, caves, and mountains.

Ibrahim emphasized that Banda boasts natural tourist attractions and is actively working on the development of necessary physical and artificial tourist facilities. He also highlighted that the district presents significant opportunities for renewable energy development, including a floating solar project at the Bui Generating Station, which could further boost the area's tourism potential.

During his inspection of the progress of work on several physical infrastructure projects in the district, Ibrahim reported that many of these projects are nearing completion. Among the ongoing initiatives are the construction of a modern community social centre and an artificial pitch. He expressed confidence that within a few years, the district's tourism potential will be fully realized.

Bono Regional Minister Joseph Addae Akwaboa echoed the government's enthusiasm, praising the extensive range of physical infrastructure projects underway in the district. These projects encompass a variety of facilities, including police stations, classroom blocks, teachers' accommodation, health centres, nurses' quarters, and water and sanitation facilities. These improvements have been implemented across the district's various communities.