Accra: Mr. Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, a member of the Council of State representing the Volta Region, has called for enhanced collaboration between traditional authorities and government structures to accelerate the region's development. Speaking at a meeting with the Volta Regional House of Chiefs, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple emphasized the critical role of unity among traditional leaders in amplifying the voices and concerns of the people.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple highlighted that the Volta Regional House of Chiefs carries significant influence. He noted that when the traditional leaders speak with one voice, their concerns are more likely to reach the highest offices and garner the attention they deserve. He stated, "As your representative on the Council of State, my role becomes most effective when I am supported by a unified and clear message from this House."
Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple proposed that the House formally engage the President on three key development priorities: the Volta Harbour Project, the operationalization of the Ho Aviation Training School, and agricultural mechanization. He pointed out that these initiatives could position the Volta Region as a strategic hub for trade and transport, boost technical education, attract investment, and modernize farming methods to enhance productivity.
Expressing gratitude to the President for a recent directive approving a Ghc 30m Chinese grant for constructing an ultramodern market in Aflao, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple stated, "This is a welcome sign of action, and we thank His Excellency for this commitment." He urged the House to continue advocating for the fulfillment of other pending promises, highlighting that the completion of the proposed projects would signify tangible progress towards the region's economic autonomy.
Quoting Ghana's first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple called for unity and forward-thinking leadership, saying, "We face neither East nor West, we face forward." He encouraged the House to explore sustainable income-generating ventures to reduce reliance on government subsidies, emphasizing the need for creative solutions to build financially viable structures.
In support of the House of Chiefs, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple donated GHS50,000. The Chairman of the Council of State, Mr. Doe Adjaho, also contributed GHS50,000, while the Volta Regional Minister and other local leaders collectively donated an additional GHS50,000 to support the House's activities. The Volta Regional Chairman of the NDC, Mr. Mawutor Agbavitor, echoed calls for peace and unity among chiefs and the people of the region to foster development.