Yendi: President John Dramani Mahama on Saturday assured the Ya-Na Abukari II, Overlord of Dagbon, of his government’s determination to address the issue of lack of water in Yendi and its environs with urgency. President Mahama also promised to fix the Tamale water crisis by the end of his four-year term, adding that similar efforts would be made to resolve water shortages in other communities in the Northern Region through sustainable water projects.
According to Ghana News Agency, President Mahama gave this assurance during a courtesy call on the Ya-Na at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi. This visit was part of his ‘Thank You Tour’ following his victory in the December Presidential elections. The President was welcomed with loud cheers from residents as he arrived at the Gbewaa Palace, where scores of people had gathered to catch a glimpse of him.
President Mahama reaffirmed his government’s commitment to initiatives that would provide employment and skills development opportunities for the youth. He also outlined plans for infrastructure development in the region, including improvements in electricity supply and the completion of the Eastern Corridor Road. This road aims to link the Northern Region through Yendi to Accra, enhancing transportation, boosting trade, and improving economic activities between northern and southern Ghana.
Furthermore, the President mentioned that his government would invest in afforestation projects to combat deforestation and promote environmental sustainability in the region. He expressed gratitude to the Ya-Na and the people of Yendi for their support throughout his campaign and appealed for continued support from the people of Dagbon for his administration.
Ya-Na Abukari II, speaking through an Elder, highlighted the lack of potable water in Yendi and surrounding communities, emphasizing its negative impact on the lives of the people. He urged the President to address the water crisis and focus on development and job creation to engage the unemployed youth.