Bawumia Promises Enhanced Livelihood for Farmers in Bono East Campaign

Kajaji: Vice President Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, during a campaign stop in the Bono East region, assured farmers of improved socio-economic conditions through modern agricultural practices and infrastructure development if elected in the upcoming 2024 presidential elections. According to Ghana News Agency, Alhaji Dr. Bawumia emphasized the significance of agriculture modernization and rural community development as his priorities. His campaign promises include constructing district irrigation dams and establishing agricultural mechanization centers to provide farmers with modern farming equipment such as tractors, combine harvesters, and other necessary tools to promote large-scale farming. The Vice President made these remarks while addressing a gathering of chiefs and locals at a durbar in Kajaji, Sene East District, as part of his three-day tour of the region. The tour aims to articulate the NPP Election 2024 political party manifesto and secure the electorate's support as the December 7 polls approac h. Alhaji Dr. Bawumia noted the economic setbacks faced by rural communities, where approximately 80% of the population engages in farming. He pledged that his government would focus on enhancing their socio-economic standards. Additionally, he highlighted that the proposed agricultural mechanization centers would encourage farmers to increase productivity, thus supporting the Planting for Food and Jobs (PfFJs) program which has already boosted national food production. In his call to action, Alhaji Dr. Bawumia urged the electorate in the area to vote for him, promising to reinforce government social interventions and flagship programs aimed at alleviating poverty. Concluding his visit, the Vice President interacted with the Bassa Traditional Council, led by Nana Owusu Sakyi III, the Paramount Chief of the Bassa Traditional Area.