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Our Nation Needs to Support and Build More Ibrahim Mahamas - Bernard Mornah

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  Hon. Bernard Mornah, 2024 Flagbearer, PNC The name Ibrahim Mahama has, over the years, gained remarkable prominence within Ghana’s public space. Through his mining engineering firm, Engineers and Planners, he has played a significant role in providing mining support services to some of the largest mining operations not only in Ghana but across the African continent. Founded in 1997, Engineers and Planners has grown steadily through hard work, resilience, and an exceptional vision for success. As founder and CEO, Ibrahim Mahama has consistently demonstrated the courage to venture into areas many entrepreneurs shy away from, navigating both financial and technical risks in his quest to build a truly indigenous company capable of competing on the global stage. The success of Engineers and Planners in today’s natural resource sector should not be taken lightly. It represents more than corporate growth; it is a symbol of Ghanaian capability and enterprise. As a nation, we must recogn...
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Digital Parliament Supports Bahass Foundation: A Gesture of Kindness

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The Digital Parliament, a popular youth group based in Obuasi in the Ashanti Region, today, visited the Bahass Mental Home and Rehabilitation Center in Wa, Upper West Region, to show their support. They donated 5 bags of rice, 15 packs of assorted soft drinks, 4 gallons of frytol oil, and GHC 2,000 cash to the foundation. The founder and CEO of Bahass Foundation, Mr. Eliasu Baba Yussif, expressed gratitude for the donation and appealed for further support to complete their permanent structure, currently under construction. The foundation provides care and support to mentally ill individuals, offering food, clothing, and medical treatment. The Digital Parliament's CEO and President, Mr. Yakubu Karim, emphasized their commitment to helping marginalized groups and promised to continue supporting the foundation. He also encouraged fellow Upper West residents to contribute to the Bahass Foundation's cause.
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DBI Assembly's Sanitation Efforts: A Model for Others?

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The DBI Assembly, under the leadership of Hon James Wor, should be commended for its commendable efforts in sanitation management. Sanitation is a vital aspect of governance, given its direct impact on public health. Effective sanitation management is indispensable to the well-being of citizens, as it helps prevent diseases and reduces healthcare costs. The adage "prevention is better than cure" is particularly relevant in this context. Over the years, sanitation and environmental management have remained a conundrum. Despite government efforts, many Local Assemblies have not prioritized environmental cleanliness, often relying heavily on private companies like Zionlion.  However, the NDC government introduced the National Sanitation Day initiative to promote community involvement and environmental cleanliness. This effort was unfortunately discontinued by the previous NPP government. The return of John Dramani Mahama to the presidency has revitalized the sanitation campaign,...
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SPEAKER BAGBIN RESCUES UWR YOUTH WING SECRETARIAT

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  The Rt Hon Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has once again demonstrated his commitment to party development by donating Twenty Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHC20,000) to cover two years' rent for the Upper West Regional Youth Secretariat. This donation also includes six months of electricity and DStv bills. The Speaker's support is a significant boost to the Youth Wing, enabling them to focus on their mission to develop the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the region. The Regional Youth Organizer, Hon Basiara Sankara, expressed his gratitude, stating that the Speaker's generosity is not new, as he has consistently supported the Youth Wing in the past. "This timely support is a testament to the Speaker's dedication to the party's growth and development," Hon Sankara said. "He is more than a father figure to us, and his contributions to party development in the Upper West Region are truly commendable." The Speaker's efforts have been instru...
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DCE Donates to Fian KG & Primary, Breaks Ground for New Block

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The District Chief Executive for Daffiama, Bussie, Issa,  Hon. James Wor , has distributed school uniforms and learning materials to students of Fian KG and Primary School as part of his efforts to support education in the district. The donation was made during a visit to the school, where he emphasized the importance of education and encouraged the students to take their studies seriously, noting that their future depends on their current efforts. The distribution was a sideline activity of a sod-cutting ceremony for a new KG block, a project initiated by the DCE to address the school's pressing need for more space. According to the DCE, the current KG facility is congested, and the new block is expected to provide a more conducive learning environment for the increasing number of students. The DCE, who hails from the community(Fain), explained that the project is part of the Assembly's commitment to improving education in the District.  He handed over the site to the contrac...
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Fian Youth Association Supports Fian Health Center

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Representatives of the Fian Youth Association recently visited the Fian Health Center to discuss challenges affecting healthcare delivery with staff and donate essential items, including mattresses, bed sheets, a working table, chairs, and a wall clock. The youth leaders assured the facility of their continued support and called on government and the District Assembly to expand and upgrade the health center to a polyclinic, citing the increasing patient load and inadequate space. They noted that patients often have to be treated on the bare floor due to limited capacity. The Fian Health Center serves several communities and is a critical facility for emergency services, accident patients, and referrals. The youth group's donation and advocacy aim to improve primary healthcare in the district. The staff appreciated the youth group's support and thanked the community for their interest in the facility's development . Denis Andaban
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Nadowli Kelo: DCE Breaks Ground for Gbankor Astroturf Construction

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  The District Chief Executive, Hon. Mary Haruna, has cut the sod for the construction of a multipurpose astroturf in Gbankor, a community in the Nadowli Kaleo District. This initiative aims to boost youth development and expand sporting facilities in the district. The district currently has one astroturf located at the McCoy College of Education, constructed with funding from the Rt. Hon. Speaker Bagbin and Ghana Gas. This new facility will complement the existing one, providing more opportunities for sports development and social activities. During the sod-cutting ceremony, Hon. Mary Haruna highlighted the benefits of the project, stating that it will provide a recreational space, attract businesses, and foster unity among the youth. She expressed gratitude to Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye, a son of the community, for his role in bringing the project to fruition. The DCE thanked the community elders for making land available and promised that the Assembly would support the c...
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