The Chiefs and people of Wechiau in the Wa West constituency of
the Upper West Region have promised to vote this time for the
candidates of the NPP due to the party's sustained commitment to
the development of the area over the years.
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.
Naa Imoru Nandon Gomah II, Paramount Chief of Wechiau, gave the
assurance while welcoming Dr Bawumia to his palace on Monday,
22nd July, 2024. The NPP flagbearer was in the palace as part of his
constituency-focused nationwide campaign tour, during which he
engages with traditional authorities, religious and opinion leaders,
the youth and all facets of society to shed more light on his vision for
Ghana's future.
Outlining the many benefits enjoyed by the people of the Traditional
Area any time the NPP is in power, Naa Gomah II expressed gratitude
to previous and current NPP administrations.
"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."
