The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Bolgatanga, Mr. Roland Atanga Ayoo, has delivered a comprehensive address detailing the municipality’s performance, ongoing projects, and strategic priorities for 2026 during the First Ordinary Meeting of the Assembly.
Held at the Assembly Conference Hall, the meeting brought together Assembly Members, heads of departments, traditional authorities, and other stakeholders to deliberate on pressing development issues affecting the municipality.
Revenue Performance Shows Modest Gains
Mr. Atanga disclosed that the Assembly recorded a total Internally Generated Fund (IGF) of GHS 2.46 million in 2025, representing 75.11% of its annual target—a slight improvement from 72.07% in 2024.
He noted ongoing challenges in revenue mobilization and called on Assembly Members to intensify efforts in their electoral areas. The MCE also revealed that the Assembly received over GHS 10.59 million from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) in the first three quarters of 2025, though delays in disbursement have affected project implementation.
Education and Infrastructure Projects Progressing
In education, the MCE highlighted ongoing classroom block projects at Dorongo Aperiga, Yorogo Gaabisi, and Kologu Aguusi, alongside capacity-building training for 629 teachers. He acknowledged infrastructure, furniture, and staffing deficits, stressing the need for urgent intervention.
On infrastructure, Mr. Atanga reported that several projects are at varying stages of completion, including roads, CHPS compounds, school facilities, mechanized boreholes, and the Bolgatanga Mechanical Enclave project, which is nearing completion with roads, workshops, and commercial facilities almost ready for use.
He also noted that DRIP equipment has been serviced and will soon be deployed to open access roads across electoral areas.
Health Sector Records Gains but Faces Challenges
The MCE stated that the municipality ranked second best in the region for health service delivery in 2025. Progress includes completed CHPS compounds at Yipaala, Zaare East, and Kulbia, with ongoing projects at Waribisi and Sawaba.
However, infrastructure gaps, inadequate logistics, and rising health issues remain. Maternal mortality recorded 28 deaths in 2025, while 38 new HIV cases were reported in the first two months of 2026. Malaria continues to be the leading cause of outpatient attendance, though preventive measures such as insecticide-treated net distribution and public education are ongoing.
Sanitation and Social Protection Efforts Intensified
The Assembly has conducted two major sanitation exercises in February and March, with plans to recruit more sanitation workers to improve environmental conditions.
On social protection, GHS 223,992.22 was disbursed to 105 beneficiaries under the Disability Fund, and over 5,000 households have been identified for the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme.
Agriculture and Local Economy Receive Boost
Described as the backbone of the local economy, agriculture recorded increased productivity in 2025. Over 20,000 farmers have been registered under initiatives including the Feed Ghana Project and the “Nkoko Nkitikiti” programme.
The Assembly has also supported small businesses through training and distribution of start-up kits to 93 food processors, while 200 farmers have been enrolled under the HAPPY Project to promote youth engagement in agriculture.
Call for Unity and Accountability
Mr. Atanga emphasized collaboration, transparency, and accountability in governance, urging Assembly Members to prioritize the collective interests of residents.
“Together, we can build a resilient and prosperous municipality that offers opportunities and hope to all,” he stated.
The meeting is expected to continue with deliberations on policies and strategies aimed at accelerating development in the municipality.
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