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The leaders and populace of Wechiau, located in the Wa West constituency of the Upper West Region, have pledged to support the NPP’s candidates this time around because of the party’s long-standing dedication to the region’s development.
According to the Chiefs, NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s decision to formally “announce to us as your parents, that you are vying for the position of the President of Ghana” is further evidence of Dr Bawumia’s respect for traditional institutions” , and they would reward him in due course.
The guarantee was given by Paramount Chief of Wechiau Naa Imoru Nandon Gomah II when he welcomed Dr. Bawumia to his palace on Monday, July 22, 2024. As part of his nationwide campaign tour centered on his constituency, the NPP flagbearer visited the palace. He meets with opinion and religious leaders, traditional authorities, young people, and members of all walks of life to discuss his vision for Ghana’s future.
Naa Gomah II thanked both past and present NPP governments, listing the numerous advantages that the people of the Traditional Area have experienced whenever the party is in power.
“Your Excellency, NPP Government since 2004 has given us a lot of developmental projects. The Wa West District was created by the NPP Government in 2004. The NPP Government has given us the biggest project, that is the Agenda 111 hospital project. The NPP government has also given us some dams and dugouts under One Village One Dam. The district has also received some roads. We have also benefitted from the Free Senior High School programme, as well as the School Feeding programme,” he stated.
The Paramount Chief of Wechiau pronounced his blessings on Dr Bawumia as he seeks to lead the nation, saying “As Chiefs, we can assure you of our support to enable you continue the good works of the New Patriotic Party Government after 7th December, 2024. We wish you God’s blessings and protection.”
Thanking the Chiefs for their support, Dr Bawumia urged the people of the Wa West Constituency give him and the NPP the opportunity to build upon the gains made so far adding, “My vision for Ghana’s future will see us, among others, train our children for the future and equip our youth with the requisite skills to create jobs and compete favourably with their contemporaries across the world.”
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
