Water Minister assures Ya-Na of permanently resolving Yendi, Tamale water crisis 

Mr Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources has assured Ya-Na Abukari II, Overlord of Dagbon, of government’s commitment to resolving the perennial water crisis affecting the Northern Region especially Tamale and Yendi. 

Speaking during a courtesy call on the Ya-Na at the Gbewaa Palace at Yendi on Wednesday, Mr Adjei reiterated President John Dramani Mahama’s pledge to end the water crisis before the end of his tenure. 

He said strategic deliberations were underway to permanently resolve the crisis and enhance socio-economic development in the affected areas.  

He said technical teams from the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) were currently working to replace outdated and malfunctioning equipment to provide temporary relief to residents while the government worked to permanently end the water crisis. 

The Minister was accompanied by Mr Adam Mutawakil, Acting Managing Director of GWCL, with other high-ranking officials from the Ministry. 

The delegation also visited other traditional leaders including the Paramount Chief of the Gulkpegu Traditional Area, the Chief of Tamale, and the Chief of Lamashiegu. 

The visit formed part of the government’s broader engagement with traditional authorities and local communities to reaffirm its commitment to resolving the region’s water challenges. 

Yaa-Na Abukari II, whose speech was read on his behalf by Naa Dr Jacob Mahama, Chief of Zangbalun, commended the Minister for the visit, saying, “The President promised to solve the water problem before his tenure ends, and this clearly defines his priorities.” 

He said: “As a traditional ruler, I remain committed to working with the government and other agencies to ensure the development of my communities.” 

He appealed to the government to remain committed to finding a lasting solution to the water crisis to support the overall socio-economic development of the region. 

Source: GNA