Paga Youth Movement engages Kassena- Nankana West DCE on development concerns
The engagement focused on key development concerns in Paga, with the DCE stressing the importance of stakeholder collaboration and stronger internally generated funds to support local projects.
The Paga Youth Movement (PAYOM) has held a stakeholder engagement with the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Kassena-Nankana West, Stephen Aeke Akurugo, to discuss key developmental challenges affecting Paga and the wider district.
The meeting, held on Friday, April 17, sought to highlight pressing concerns and explore collaborative solutions to accelerate development in the area.
According to the Movement, the engagement forms part of efforts to ensure that critical issues impacting residents are addressed to improve livelihoods and infrastructure.
Speaking on behalf of the Chairman, PAYOM Secretary Mandala Kassim Mubashir outlined several concerns raised during the meeting.
These included the need to prioritise the Agenda 111 hospital project, which is reported to be about 95 per cent complete, the registration of public lands, improvement and reshaping of roads, and the expansion of Ghana Water Limited services to underserved communities.
Other issues raised were the renovation of the public toilet facility at the Paga Market and the swift resolution of chieftaincy disputes in Navio.
The Movement commended the DCE for his openness and willingness to engage with the youth on matters affecting the district.
A representative of the Paga Market Traders Association, Samitu Kumuriwo, also expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the meeting.
“We are happy to meet the DCE today. He listened to our concerns and assured us that steps will be taken to address them. We are very grateful.” She said.
In response, Akurugo underscored the importance of stakeholder engagement in driving local development and assured the group of his commitment to addressing their concerns.
He further highlighted the critical role of internally generated funds (IGF) in supporting development projects, noting that improved revenue mobilisation would enable the Assembly to complement central government efforts.
“The issues raised, particularly basic amenities such as water and sanitation, can be addressed more effectively when we strengthen our revenue base to support ongoing projects.” He stated.
Akurugo disclosed that the Assembly had projected to raise GH₵ 850,000 in internally generated funds in 2025, with expectations to increase revenue to 2 million Ghana cedis in 2026.
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