The Member of Parliament for Builsa South Constituency, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has criticized the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration for what he describes as a failure to deliver substantial development to the people of Builsa South.
Speaking on A1 Radio, Dr. Apaak dismissed the projects undertaken during the eight-year tenure of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government as “2 by 4 initiatives” that provide neither short-term nor long-term benefits for the constituency.
He emphasized that the people of Builsa South are eagerly awaiting the implementation of the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) 24-Hour Economy policy if the party wins the 2024 elections.
Dr. Apaak highlighted that during a town hall meeting organized in the constituency, where the NDC’s flagbearer, John Mahama, engaged with local chiefs and residents, the proposed policy was warmly received.
“The chiefs have endorsed the 24-Hour Economy, and they are looking forward to benefiting from it,” he stated.
Dr. Apaak further elaborated on former President Mahama’s promise to establish a large-scale rice processing plant in the area. He noted that Builsa South is renowned for its rice production, and the proposed plant would significantly boost the local economy.
“We are not talking about a ‘two by four’ type of investment,” Dr. Apaak remarked. “This rice processing plant will be capable of transforming raw rice into a finished product. With the plant in place, farmers will have a ready market, which will encourage them to expand their farming activities.”
He also pointed out that the establishment of the processing plant would create employment opportunities, as the increased demand for rice would require more labor and inputs. The plant, he suggested, would operate on a three-shift system to ensure continuous production, thus further contributing to the economic growth of Builsa South.
Source: A1Radioonline.Com | 101.1 MHz | Moses Apiah | Bolgatanga
