President John Dramani Mahama has outlined a series of infrastructure and education-focused initiatives aimed at accelerating development in the Savannah Region.
Speaking as Special Guest of Honour at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Gonjaland Youth Association in Buipe on Sunday, April 5, the President emphasised the need for strategic investment to improve livelihoods and expand opportunities for young people. The event was held under the theme, “Five Decades of Progress: Empowering Gonjaland Youth for the Future.”
As part of the government’s agenda, President Mahama announced plans to establish Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) schools in Tinga and Busunu, alongside a broader initiative to upgrade all Senior High Schools in the region to Category A status.
“Education is the bridge between where we are and where we aspire to be and so we are going to invest heavily in education in the Savannah Region,” he assured.
In response to an appeal from the Paramount Chief of Buipe, Buipewura Abdulai Jinapor II, the President directed the Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Abdulai Jinapor, to provide a bus for Buipe Senior High School.
Beyond education, President Mahama reiterated plans to enhance sports infrastructure in the region with the construction of a modern stadium in Damongo. The facility, to be known as the Savannah Sports Stadium, is expected to promote sports development and nurture talent across the region.
Addressing the gathering, Buipewura Abdulai Jinapor II called on the government to intensify efforts to tackle illegal mining activities along the Black Volta, stressing the need to protect the environment and preserve the area’s heritage. He also appealed for support to facilitate the construction of the Mpaha Junction to Debre road, which is currently under procurement.
Meanwhile, the National President of the Gonjaland Youth Association, Alhassan Baba Darison, urged authorities to create additional districts and upgrade existing ones to municipal status to fast-track development in the Savannah enclave.
The anniversary celebration brought together traditional leaders, government officials and youth groups, marking five decades of advocacy and progress in Gonjaland.
