In a heartfelt display of desperation, Hon. Daniel Akurugu Awine, the Assembly member for the Amanga Electoral Area in the Bongo District of the Upper East Region, knelt during a media interview to appeal for urgent support from the government and other development partners.
His gesture was a poignant symbol of the pressing challenges faced by his community.
During the interview, Hon. Daniel outlined several critical issues affecting the residents of Amanga. He reported that numerous electricity poles had been toppled by strong winds, leaving many households without power. This disruption not only affects daily life but also hampers local businesses and educational activities.
“I have reported to the VRA District Office at Bongo yet nothing has been done about it. Some of the poles have been on ground for years now, leaving about 90% of residents living without electricity, particularly school children, who can’t study at night because of the absence of light,” he explained.
In addition to the electricity crisis, Hon. Daniel emphasized the dire need for a health facility in the area. Currently, residents must travel long distances to access medical care, which poses significant risks, especially in emergencies. The lack of a proper healthcare infrastructure has left many vulnerable and in need of immediate attention.
The Assemblyman pointed out the poor state of the road network, which complicates transportation and access to essential services. The deteriorating roads hinder economic activities and make it difficult for farmers to transport their goods to markets.
“My electoral area is surrounded by rivers due to that children cannot access education in the rainy season, they have to wait until the water subsides. We help them to cross to school,” Hon.Daniel stated.
Hon. Daniel’s emotional appeal serves as a reminder of the urgent need for government intervention and support from development partners to address these challenges. He called for collaborative efforts to improve the living conditions of the people in Amanga and ensure that they have access to basic services that are essential for their well-being and development.
