Techiman: Mr. Francis Owusu Antwi, the Bono East Regional Minister, has announced that the Region Coordinating Council (RCC) seeks the cooperation and support of traditional authorities to advance the development of the region. He emphasized the importance of involving chiefs and queens in decision-making and development processes, recognizing their role as the embodiment and custodians of the people.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Antwi made these remarks during a courtesy visit to the Techiman Traditional Council in Techiman. This visit was an opportunity for him to officially introduce himself to the council and seek their support for a smooth administration of the region. He stressed that the region's holistic development would be challenging without the active participation of these traditional leaders.
Mr. Antwi shared his vision for the region, highlighting the potential of tourism as a driver for job creation and economic growth. He called for the cooperation of traditional authorities to identify and develop economically viable tourism sites in the region. The Regional Minister also pledged to maintain a submissive and open-door policy, encouraging chiefs and queens to guide and advise him on development and security matters.
Nana Takyi Firi II, the Kontihene (sub-chief) and Acting President of the Techiman Traditional Council, expressed the council's support for facilitating the economic development of the region. He emphasized the need for effective collaboration between the RCC and the traditional council and advised the Regional Minister to avoid politicizing development efforts. Nana Takyi Firi II also urged Mr. Antwi to continue and complete development projects initiated by his predecessor.
