The Upper East Youth Association has issued a strong warning to President John Dramani Mahama over what they describe as the unnecessary and frequent removal of regional ministers. The group argues that these reshuffles are hindering the region’s development and creating instability in governance.
Speaking on Tingmaalogo Sanga on Bolga FM on Thursday, 20th February 2025, the President of the Association, Francis Adingo, expressed his frustration, citing that during President Mahama’s previous tenure as president, the Upper East Region saw four different ministers. He believes this constant change in leadership has negatively impacted the region’s progress.
“Yes, you have the authority to appoint,” Mr. Adingo stated. “But justify the removal and appointment of people you are considering. You are not appointing them for yourself; you are doing it for the taxpayer, and it is the taxpayer who is paying both of you. So if you just get up one day and reshuffle or remove someone from office without any clear basis, we, the youth, will not agree. We will speak out and ensure things are done properly to promote uninterrupted development in the Upper East Region.”
The group also called on residents to desist from what they termed the Pull-Him-Down syndrome, where individuals write petitions and letters to the presidency to push for the removal of appointed officials. Mr. Adingo cited past instances, including the removal of former Upper East Regional Director of Health Services, Dr. Koku Awornor-Williams, former Upper East Regional Minister, Prof. Ephraim Avea Nsoh, and former Bolgatanga Municipal Chief Executive, the late Dr. Epsona Ayamga, arguing that such actions have contributed to stagnation in regional development.
The Upper East Youth Association is therefore urging residents to share their experiences and work together to drive growth and progress in the region.
“As leaders, we’re expected to make a lasting impact and leave a legacy,” Mr. Adingo pointed out. He questioned the state of development in the region, asking, “How can we achieve development when basic facilities like the Bolgatanga Mortuary aren’t even functioning?”
“It’s time for us to come together and address these challenges to create a better future for our region,” Mr. Adingo appealed.
Source: A1Radioonline.Com | 101.1MHZ | Seidu Mutawakil | Bolgatanga
