The Overlord of Mamprugu, Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, has made a courtesy visit to President John Dramani Mahama in Accra to express gratitude for the positive developments witnessed in the Northeast Region over the past six months. This visit also served as a platform to follow up on key promises made by the President during his recent “Thank You” tour of the region.
Acknowledging Progress in the Region
According to the North East Regional Minister, Hon. Ibrahim Tia, the meeting at the Jubilee House would acknowledge the progress made in the region, while also reminding President Mahama of specific commitments made during his visit. “The people of Mamprugu have seen progress in several areas, and the Overlord is here to acknowledge that. At the same time, we are here to remind the President of some of the commitments he made to the region, especially those that directly impact the lives of our people,” Hon. Tia explained.
Focus on Youth Employment and Rural Development
Accompanying Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga was Abdul Majeed Imusah, the Public Relations Officer of the Mamprugu Youth Association. Imusah expressed optimism about the continued peace and unity in the region, emphasising the importance of youth employment in rural communities. He appealed to President Mahama to prioritise youth employment initiatives as a means to reduce rural-urban migration, which has become a pressing challenge for many young people in the region.
“We are optimistic that with sustained efforts, the entire North East Region will continue to enjoy harmony. But we also urge the President to make youth employment in rural communities a top priority. This will help curb rural-urban migration, which remains a major challenge for our young people,” said Imusah.
Strengthening Government-Traditional Leadership Collaboration
This courtesy call marks a significant milestone in fostering a stronger collaboration between traditional leadership and the government. The Mamprugu Overlord’s visit aims to promote inclusive development in the northern regions of Ghana, ensuring that both traditional authorities and the government work hand in hand for the betterment of the people.
With this continued dialogue, there is hope that the partnership between the government and traditional institutions will help address pressing issues, such as youth employment, infrastructure development, and social well-being, in Ghana’s northern regions.
