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The Member of Parliament for Talensi, Daniel Dung Mahama, says he is working closely with the District Security Council to address the recent surge in armed robbery cases in the district.

Speaking on A1 Radio’s Day Break Upper East programme with Seidu Mutawakil, Mr. Mahama admitted that the situation had worsened over the past one to two years, with armed robbers killing more than four people in Talensi.

“In the last one year or two, we have had armed robbers kill more than four people in Talensi. These are people who had gone to work and were returning home,” he lamented.

The MP acknowledged that the persistent attacks and loss of lives have created fear and anxiety among residents across affected communities.

He recounted several disturbing incidents, including the shooting of a nursing mother whose breast still contains bullet fragments, and victims who were assaulted with gun butts, resulting in long-term injuries.

“Some of our brothers who were hit with the butt of a gun have had their ears affected. Some who were attacked later die after six months or a year. The snatching of motorbikes and the humiliation people go through is not good,” Mr. Mahama said.

Despite the severity of the situation, the MP assured residents that urgent steps are being taken to restore security in the area.

“I have personally contacted the Minister for the Interior, the Regional Minister and the Regional Police Commander,” he disclosed.

Mr. Mahama said Talensi has benefited from new security logistics, including one of the newly acquired police mokes provided by President John Mahama, which has been deployed within the district. He added that a pickup truck has also been assigned to patrol key routes, particularly roads leading to mining areas.

He further proposed the deployment of an additional moke to patrol the road linking Zuarungu in the Bolgatanga East District to Talensi.

According to the MP, fuel shortages that previously hampered police operations have been addressed, with two large-scale mining companies in the district now providing 220 litres of petrol or diesel weekly to support patrols.

“This support will help make armed robbery a thing of the past,” he said.

Mr. Mahama also appealed to residents to cooperate with security agencies by reporting suspected criminals to enable swift action.

Source: A1 Radio | 101.1 Mhz | Mark Kwasi Ahumah Smith | Bolgatanga

The Talensi District Assembly, led by District Chief Executive (DCE) John Millim Nabwomya and the Member of Parliament for the Talensi Constituency, Daniel Dung Mahama, has embarked on a major infrastructure development initiative aimed at improving healthcare, education, and access to clean water in the constituency.

The projects include the construction of two Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds with nurses’ quarters, two school blocks, and the provision of 15 boreholes across various communities in the district.

The Tindongo community will benefit from a CHPS compound with a nurses’ quarters and a borehole for the basic school, while Kolpeilega will also receive a CHPS compound with nurses’ quarters. Additionally, the Baapelug community, under the Baare area, will benefit from a three-unit Junior High School (JHS) classroom block, and a three-unit Kindergarten (KG) block will be constructed at Yameriga-Gatuusi.

Speaking at a sod-cutting ceremony, DCE John Millim Nabwomya emphasized that the provision of these social amenities aligns with the government’s reset agenda, aimed at improving living conditions in rural communities.

“Under the reset agenda, the Assembly is undertaking these projects to decongest classrooms in schools. We are here today to give them a three-unit classroom block that will help reduce overcrowding. I am here with my Honourable Member of Parliament, who has flown all the way from Accra because of how important these projects are to him,” Mr. Millim stated.

MP Daniel Dung Mahama urged contractors to ensure quality work and called on community members to support and monitor the progress of the projects to guarantee timely completion.

Traditional leaders, elders, assembly members, and youth expressed appreciation to the central government, the District Assembly, and the MP, describing the projects as timely and impactful developments for their communities.

The projects are expected to improve access to quality healthcare, education, and clean water, ultimately enhancing the lives of residents in the Talensi District.

Source: A1Radioonline.com | 101.1 MHz | David Azure | Bolgatanga

The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Talensi, John Millim Nabwomya, has outlined a series of development programmes aimed at strengthening healthcare, education, and revenue mobilization in the district.

Speaking on A1 Radio, Mr. Nabwomya emphasized the Assembly’s commitment to constructing additional CHPS compounds to improve healthcare access in underserved communities.

He also disclosed that new schools would soon be established to expand educational opportunities and improve teacher welfare. “Education is the key to everything we do in life. Very soon, once all legal and contractual processes are completed, new schools will be built to expand access,” he said.

The DCE further highlighted infrastructure projects being financed through internally generated funds, including the near completion of a 20-bed facility at the Tongo Disposal Hotel and plans to construct a modern office complex within the next two months.

On revenue mobilization, Mr. Nabwomya acknowledged existing challenges but noted that a dedicated team has been deployed to sensitize communities and collect levies.

He stressed the importance of property rates, particularly from mining companies, in supporting development. “Sometimes people think paying property rates is unnecessary, but the law requires it. These funds are used to make our communities better places,” he explained.

Mr. Nabwomya assured residents that all internally generated funds, as well as allocations from the Common Fund, will be used transparently. He added that the Assembly regularly briefs residents on expenditure to build trust and encourage compliance.

“With accountability, people develop confidence and willingly contribute their quota. That is the only way we can sustain development in Talensi,” the DCE concluded.

A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Moses Apiah|Bolgatanga

The National Peace Council in the Upper East Region has urged women to take a stronger role in preventing conflicts both within their homes and in the wider community. The call comes in the wake of a wave of unrest in senior high schools, including a recent riot at Bolgatanga Technical Institute that led to the school’s indefinite closure.

Speaking on A1 Radio, Assistant Programmes Manager of the Peace Council in the Upper East, Fouzia Ayinpogbila Issifu, highlighted the influential position women hold in shaping family and community life. She stressed that women should not see themselves only as victims of conflict but as central figures in building peace. According to her, women have the power to either fuel disputes or resolve them, and for this reason, they must always choose to foster harmony.

She noted that women play a crucial role in guiding their husbands and children, urging them to de-escalate rather than aggravate tensions. Fouzia explained that when conflicts erupt, women and children are often the most affected, making preventive action within households essential to curbing violence in society.

She also emphasized the importance of mothers instilling discipline and peace in their children from an early age. She cautioned that encouraging retaliation when children face challenges in school can foster a culture of violence that extends into adulthood. Instead, she urged parents to guide their children toward peaceful resolution of disputes.

The Peace Council believes that strengthening peacebuilding roles at the family level is critical to addressing broader community challenges and reducing the likelihood of violent incidents such as the recent school riots.

Source: A1Radioonline.com | 101.1MHz | Gifty Eyram Kudiabor | Bolgatanga

The District Chief Executive (DCE) for  Talensi, John Miilem Nabwomya, has praised the SPRING Project for its remarkable contribution to women’s economic empowerment and community development in the Talensi District of Ghana’s Upper East Region.

Speaking at the launch of Phase 2 of the Sustainable Project in Northern Ghana (SPRING), Mr. Nabwomya commended the leadership behind the initiative and celebrated the project’s ability to mobilize and uplift women across rural communities.

“The leaves, the stem, and the roots — every part is important. Similarly, every aspect of a woman’s contribution to her family and community matters,” Mr. Nabwomya remarked, using a powerful analogy to highlight the central role of women in society.

The SPRING Project, which focuses on the cultivation of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) and the promotion of shea-based agribusiness, is being implemented by TRAX-Ghana with support from Tools for Self Reliance, a UK-based development organization. The initiative aims to enhance food security, household income, and financial independence among female-headed households.

Mr. Nabwomya emphasized that projects like SPRING are vital to achieving sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction in rural areas.

“With projects like this, household income for women will increase tremendously and be sustained,” he stated.

He also encouraged beneficiaries to adopt a culture of care and responsibility toward the resources provided through the project, stressing that proper maintenance of equipment is essential for long-term impact.

“Whether it’s equipment or any other form of support, you should handle it carefully and maintain it well, so it lasts and continues to benefit the program. The proper use and maintenance of these machines will also contribute to boosting women’s incomes.”

Highlighting the broader economic significance, the DCE concluded by stating:

“When women’s incomes increase, there is economic development and expansion in every country.”

Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Gerard Asagi|Bolgatanga

The Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion (SOCO) Project organises SOCO inter-community cultural festival. The theme for the festival is promoting Social Cohesion through culture. Various communities in the Talensi District were invited to participate in the cultural festival.