The Ghana Boundary Commission (GhBC) has concluded a five-day assessment exercise in the Bono Region aimed at strengthening the management of Ghana’s western border and improving conditions in border communities.
The exercise was led by the Commissioner-General, Major General Anthony Ntem, who visited selected municipalities with a team of officials to assess operational challenges and human security issues in the region.
The visit began with a courtesy call on the Bono Regional Minister, Joseph Addae Akwaboa, at the Regional Coordinating Council. Discussions focused on improving the management of Ghana’s international boundary in the region, with attention given to cross-border trade, movement of people and the development needs of communities located along the border.
The team later moved into the municipalities, where it engaged the Municipal Chief Executives, members of the Municipal Security Councils and traditional authorities in Dormaa Central and Jaman South. The meetings allowed local leaders and security officials to share first-hand information on the challenges confronting residents in the border areas.
As part of the field exercise, the Commission also inspected a number of boundary pillars in border towns to assess their condition and identify areas requiring attention. One of the stops included Kwamesiekrom, where the team interacted with chiefs and residents and listened to their concerns.
Officials said the tour forms part of ongoing efforts to improve border governance while ensuring that the needs and concerns of communities along Ghana’s western frontier are incorporated into national planning and decision-making.
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