Chief Naab Bileehsong Lagwonht of Kontibtaabig, under the Sakote Traditional Area, delivered a powerful and unvarnished message to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the party’s Thank You Tour, led by National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah on Monday.
Addressing the crowd, Chief Lagwonht emphasized Nabdam’s decades-long support for the NDC, stating, “The people of Nabdam have sacrificed for the governing party for 26 years, yet there is little to show for our loyalty.”
With remarkable candor, the Chief highlighted how close the NDC came to losing the Nabdam parliamentary seat to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), and singled out Honorable Dr. Mark Kurt Nawaane for special recognition. “He used his own resources to repair our broken roads, like the Yakuti Road, which we now enjoy. Snatching the seat from the NPP and winning by 3,000 votes deserves commendation,” he noted.
Drawing wisdom from a local bishop, Chief Lagwonht remarked, “If you walk in the light, everything will be in your glory. Nabdam has walked in the light of the NDC for almost 26 years, but what we are receiving is not what we envisioned.”
The Chief did not shy away from pointing out unfulfilled promises, such as the poor state of the Assamese Road. He also praised Honorable Asiedu Nketiah as a true grassroots leader: “I admire you from afar. You are the one who took the floor yesterday. Nabdam deserves more because we have always voted for you.”
Chief Lagwonht reminded the NDC of repeated, unanswered appeals for development: “Even when you visited to support another party, our advice was not heeded. I trust your next minister will consider Nabdam.”
He drew attention to the abandoned Agenda 111 hospital project and the struggles of local farmers. “Our people are mostly farmers. The NPP promised One Village One Dam, but did you see it? We ask for at least three major dams for dry-season farming, so our people have opportunities and won’t be forced into other things.”
Water scarcity remains a serious concern. “While the DCE and Regional Minister have made efforts, like providing 74 boreholes, it is not enough. Water is life. We need more,” the Chief stressed.
In closing, Chief Naab Bileehsong Lagwonht challenged the NDC to take concrete action. “Analyze our situation and address our issues. These are the challenges confronting us. Nabdam deserves more for our loyalty. Trust us and keep us in your good books.”
Source: Apexnewsgh.com