Upper East Region Is Food Secured Dont Panic – Minister
Hon Stephen Yakubu, the Upper East Regional Minister has allayed the fears of residents in the Region of any possible food insecurity owing to some challenges in accessing fertilizers by farmers. He said the Regional Department of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) was leasing with its Headquarters to secure enough fertilizers for farmers in the Region and was hopeful that the rainfall pattern this year would help boost crop yields. Hon Yakubu said this when Madam Kati Csaba, the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana called on him at his office to discuss issues of food security in the Region. The Minister recounted the days when compost manure made of cattle and ruminate droppings was used on farms as fertilizer but noted that due to climate change and reduction in the animal population, chemical fertilizers had taken over in anticipation of higher yields. Even though there may be some challenges in the use of inorganic fertilizers, the Minister urged farmers to reconsider the use of such fertilizers which had long time benefits on crops and farmlands. Hon Yakubu, who is also the Chairman of the Regional Security Council (REGSEC), assured the High Commissioner of peace and security in the region and said security service personnel were on high alert for any possible terrorist attack. “We are always on high alert to prevent any possible attack in the Region. The government has been providing enough logistics to that effect, and we are constantly reviewing our security plans,” he told the Canadian Commissioner. Dr. Sayibu Pabi Gariba, the Regional Police Commander, said despite the intermittent conflicts in Bawku and between the people of Doba and Kandiga, the security situation in the region was under control. He further assured the High Commissioner and her entourage of maximum security while on their visit, and urged them to go about their duties without fear. The Regional Director of MoFA, Mr. Francis Annor said all 15 Municipalities and District offices of MoFA received pick-up vehicles, 222 motorbikes and computers from the Canadian Government to support them improve on both office and fieldwork. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
Upper East Regional Minister tour Bongo and Binduri, inspect govt projects
The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Stephen Yakubu has tasked the Feeder Roads Department to work hard in ensuring that some major bridges and auxiliary roads in the District to pave way for residents to move freely as the rainy season draw near. The Regional Minister made the directive during an interactive section with the staff of the Binduri and Bongo District Assemblies of the Upper East as part of his official visit across all Municipal and the District Assemblies in the region. Meanwhile, the Minister and his entourage also inspected the government Agenda 111 project in Binduri district which is massively under construction. In the Bongo district, the Minister and his entourage inspected ‘One- District, One Factory’ for Youth Shea Butter production, and the ‘One- District, One Dam. The Regional Minister said, the shea Butter production which is still not in use as at the time he visited in May 2022, will help give employment to the youth in the area. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
“As northerners, we do things As if poverty was born and brought right into this part of the country —UE-Reg Minister
The Upper East Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu has advised northerners and more especially local government workers in the Upper East Region to improve with their pattern of dressing to work. Apexnewsgh.com report Mr. Yakubu said: “As northerners, we do things as if the whole world is against us. As if poverty was born and brought right into this part of the country. So, when you are working, you should have cloth that you use to go to work with. Most people just wear the same thing to the market, wear the same thing to the office, wear the same thing to sleep, wear the same thing to chess women, wear the same thing to drink pitol. “You need to have…..when you are going to work, let everyone know you are going to work, is important. Don’t think that the degree you have is different from the degree someone has in Accra. “And in fact, when you look at it, you will see that, you are rather saving more money than someone living in Adenta working right inside Accra. Because in the morning he leaves around 5am, taking the same salary as yours and he has to go all the way to work and come back, get home around 9-10pm and the following day he is going. But here, with your motor 5minutes, you are at home, and you spend less and at the same time, you are looking as if you are the one your pay is so scanty. So, we need to change. He advised The Regional Minister made the pronouncement during his tour to inspect government projects in Binduri and Bongo districts on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your adverts and credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
UER: Only 4 police officers are in charge of over 74,900 population in Binduri—DCE
The Binduri District Chief Executive (DCE) Ayinga Abagre Yakubu has revealed that only four (4) Police Officers are in charge of the security of over 74,900 population of the people Binduri District. Apexnewsgh.com report According to Mr. Yakubu who was seen worried over the inadequate security personnel in his district since the creation of Binduri district in 2012, “As it stands now, we have only four (4) police officers are managing the security situation and you know the security situation, Binduri and Bawku are sharing borders and so, some parts of Binduri are also affected in a way. So, we think that having enough policemen will actually help the security situation in Binduri, and here is the case that we have only four”. He lamented He said: “…a request was made when the president visited Bawku, the request was made by Bawku Naba and Binduri Naba and we thought up to this time, we would have gotten the personnel’s”. “ We also need to provide them with transport like a pick up for them because this situation we need the visibility of the police and that is why we are appealing to the regional minister to take care of that for us because. With the security, there will be an easy movement for businessmen and women and even ordinary people”. He said However, giving an account of some ongoing projects in his district on-road and culverts constructions Mr. Yakubu mentioned, Kukparigo to Gotesaliga Bridge and road, Yodelinga to Bazua culvert and road, Sakpare to Azumsapeliga culvert and road. On Education, Kpatarigu: 1 No: 3-unit classroom, Tambilgu 1 No: 3-Unit classroom block, Atuba: 1 No: 6-unit classroom block, Binduri: 1 No: 6-unit classroom block, Kulimvayi: 1 No: 6-unit classroom block, Puayamiri: 1 No: 6-unit classroom block. On Health, Sakpare CHPs, Gumyoko CHPs and Manga CHPs according to the DCE have also seen some progress. For the Rural Electrification Programme, 23 communities are been attended to at various stages of progress of work. However, the Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu and his entourage as part of his tour to the Binduri district also visited the district share of government flagship programme Agenda 111 which is currently ongoing. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your adverts and credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
Reg. Minister extends his working visit to Tempane, excited with govt projects
The Tempane District Chief Executive (DCE) Issaka Anabida has expressed his profound gratitude to the Upper East Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu and his entourage for their working visit to inspect the government’s project in the District. Apexnewsgh.com report Meanwhile, giving accounts of projects and development in the District, Mr. Anabida told the Regional Minister that the, “The Security Services are on top of their job and are always several steps ahead of any security threat that might rear its ugly head. They approach early warning signs with professionalism and this largely accounts for the peaceful atmosphere in the district over the years”. He said: “In the area of Sanitation, the District has had 51.8% coverage in the area of Open Defecation Free (ODF) and has also screened and certified 340 Food Vendors”. As part of government projects the DCE explained that there are “Progress of road work in the following areas: (a) Bugri-Basyonde- Bugri Corner – Bugri Basyonde, (b) Basoyonde- Woriyanga thru Apelig Junction Bugri-Kolburi-Woriyanga, (c) Gagbiri-Kulbore, Tempane- Tubong-Woriyanga”. However, in the area of the building project, Mr. Anabida pointed out that a “police post was constructed and handed over and yet to be put in use, (b) Health insurance Office constructed and handed over and yet to be put to use (c) Rural Health Clinic Constructed and yet to be handed over. The contractor is being asked to come and connect power for the next steps and that has become very difficult to surmount. (d) Office Accommodation of the District Assembly is practically completed and waiting for some defects to be corrected. Furnishing is also required”. He explained The Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu expressed excitement for the work done so far in the Tempane District as he assured the district that government will continue to do its part as far as supporting assembly projects are concerned. In attendance was the Chief Coordinating Director and their entourage, all heads of departments in the Tempane District, Assembly members and party leaders of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP). Meanwhile, after inspecting some of the projects a meeting was held at the Assembly hall where all heads of departments gave reports of their achievements, targets and also challenges they faced. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
UER: RCC and MMDCE’s Contributes Ghc105,000 Towards National Cathedral Project
”The building of the National Cathedral required the physical and spiritual support of all Ghanaians for its establishment”. The above remark by the Upper East Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu was a backup message after the Upper East Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) made a donation of GHC105,000 towards the construction of the National Cathedral. “On behalf of RCC and my lieutenants, the MDAs, our contribution is hundred and five thousand Ghana Cedis”, he said. The Regional Minister commended President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and his administration for the wonderful initiative to put up a place of worship “Cathedral”. Adding that, it is prudent to give proper protection to the soul while engaging in activities for material wealth. The total amount of One Hundred and five Thousand Ghana Cedis Ghc105.000 was handed over to the team in charge of the Cathedral project. The event took place at the Fountain Gate Chapel International Bolgatanga with some MMDCE’s present. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
UER: Minister task teachers, chiefs, opinion leaders and youth to launch crusade against anti-social tendencies
The Upper East Regional Minister, Stephen Yakubu has called on chiefs, teachers’ opinion leaders and youth across the region to launch a crusade against anti-social tendencies in their towns and communities. The Minister made the call when addressing congregation at the 65th Independence Day celebration in Navrongo under the theme “Working together, bouncing back better”. According to Mr. Yakubu, cleanliness they say, is next to godliness. According to the Regional Minister who appeared so worried current filth situation in the region, he said filth is affecting the development of the region because resources meant for development are mostly channel to treat preventable diseases associated with filth. “Our cities, towns and villages are all engulfed in filth resulting in the occurrence of diseases such as cholera, malaria and other associated diseases. All these diseases which constitute a threat to our lives can be avoided if we keep our environment clean. I, therefore, wish to make a clarion call on all our teachers, chiefs, opinion leaders and the youth to launch a crusade against these anti-social tendencies that can derail our peace for development,” he said. On the other hand, Mr. Yakubu also cautions youth in the region to be mindful in using social media to avoid creating fear and panic in the region. However, the occasion was attended by the Governor of the South Central Province of the Republic of Burkina Faso, Prefect of Tone of the Savannah Region of the Republic of Togo, Municipal Chief Executive of Kassena Nankana Municipal, Heads and Commanders of Security Agencies in the Upper East Region, Regional Director of Ghana Education Service, teachers and pupils from selected schools within the Kassena Nankana Municipality, the media and other relevant agencies. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
Just In: REGSEC imposes ban on motor bike riding in Bawku
The latest statement issued by the Upper East Regional Coordinating Council (REGSEC) after the unfortunate shooting incident in Bawku Municipality on Sunday January 23, 2022 says, no man or woman should ride motor bike in the Bawku Municipality until further notice. Apexnewsgh.com report “The Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has examined the security situation and its volatile nature in the Bawku Township and with immediate effect imposes a ban on riding of motor bike in the Bawku Municipality and its environs”. The statement said. It is also instructive to note that this ban does not include motor tricycles. The ban affects both sexes. REGSEC requests that MUSEC enforces this directive with the urgency it deserves until further notice. The statement concluded. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
Upper East Regional Minister denies any allegation of biased on Bawku conflict
The Upper East Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu has denied the allegation of being biased in handling the Bawku Conflict. Speaking on GBC URA Radio in Bolgatanga monitored by Apexnewsgh.com Mr. Yakubu said politicians, do not remote control the citizens and has thus refuted allegations of political interference in the decisions taken to resolve the Bawku impasse According to him, all the decisions taken by the Regional Security Council REGSEC in consultation with the Ministry of Interior are in the best interest of the good people of the Region. While calling for unity from the various ethnic and political groupings in the Region, Mr. Yakubu further reiterated his zeal to pursue all-inclusive administration for the development of the region. Meanwhile, an Accra High Court has granted bail to the 13 suspects allegedly involved in the Bawku Chieftaincy disturbances which led to the loss of lives and the destruction of property. The 13 were granted bail to the tune of 20,000 cedis each with one surety. The decision comes after several attempts by lawyers for the accused to be granted bail by the Circuit Court. The suspects have been charged with unlawful assembly with offensive weapons and offensive conduct to the breach of peace. All 13 however pleaded not guilty to these charges. They are expected to reappear before the court on February 12, 2022. The 12 suspects were arrested following a renewed chieftaincy clash in Bawku last Monday, January 3, 2022, which led to the loss of lives and the destruction of property. The court had earlier refused to grant the 13 suspects bail. There was serious disagreement at Circuit Court 4 in Accra on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, as lawyers clashed over a bail application for the 13 accused persons. The accused persons, according to the Prosecution, had violated a curfew in Bawku, and a restraining order, to perform the funeral rites of a chief who died almost 40 years ago, and at the same time to enskin a new chief for an area that already has a chief. Leading the prosecution, Vivian Osei Tutu of the Attorney General’s department said there will be chaos and anarchy in Bawku if the 13 accused persons are granted bail. She said that the security situation in Bawku was already volatile and that granting the 13 accused persons bail would only heighten the already precarious situation. The lawyer for the accused persons, Martin Kpebu, however, disagreed with the facts as asserted by the Prosecution. He described the accused persons as responsible and respectable people, some sub-chiefs with hundreds of thousands of subjects under them. According to Mr. Kpebu, the accused persons had not enskinned a new chief, nor did they cause any chaos or anarchy in Bawku. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your adverts and credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
Upper East Regional Minister wishes Christians a Merry Christmas
The Upper East Regional Minister Stephen Yakubu has extended a Christmas message to Christians across the region. Apexnewsgh.com report According to Regional Minister: “For us in Ghana, this Christmas should mean a lot to us. We are not only grateful for the birth of Christ but also offering thanks for the conduct of peaceful co-existence among ourselves. We may have had varying expectations about what we want from God, but our ultimate desire should be to see a stable and unified nation by the grace of God, we have crossed the period of certain anxiety and looking up to a prosperous future ahead”. However, he also admonished Christians to be mindful of HIV and AIDS for the prevalence rate in some parts of the region is very high. Below is the full statement: CHRISTMAS MESSAGE BY UPPER EAST REGIONAL MINISTER, HON. STEPHEN YAKUBU- DECEMBER, 2021 The world and Christians in particular await the birth of Jesus Christ, the savior of the world on Saturday 25th December, 2021. The day is very significant as it reassures humanity of God’s unflinching love. Out of this love, God offered to become man in all things but sin, in order to draw the universe towards salvation. Our response at Christmas is definitely one of gratitude and thanksgiving for the gratuitous love of God. We rejoice and are glad for the sheer humility of God in becoming man for our sake. We take respite in the fact that the new born will show us the way back to salvation and make the world a better place. For us in Ghana, this Christmas should mean a lot to us. We are not only grateful for the birth of Christ but also offering thanks for the conduct of peaceful co-existence among ourselves. We may have had varying expectations about what we want from God, but our ultimate desire should be to see a stable and unified nation by the grace of God, we have crossed the period of certain anxiety and looking up to a prosperous future ahead. I should therefore be justified to call on all people of the region to share in the joy of the season by being grateful to God for his infinite love and blessings on our country Ghana. Let’s together fight for peace and avoid tribal, land, religious and chieftaincy conflicts. I ask of all religious leaders to commit Ghana in their prayers and supplications during this festive season. Let us be mindful of the HIV and AIDS for the prevalence rate in some part of the region is very high. Once the government has procured vaccines for the country let us all get vaccinated and continue to observe the safety protocols of the Covid-19. Merry Christmas to all people of the Upper East Region. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093