President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated a five-member committee to oversee the implementation of the GH¢1 billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund, aimed at supporting infrastructure and other development priorities in Bawku and neighbouring districts.
The committee is chaired by the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and includes the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga; His Royal Majesty Cletus Abugri, Chief of Tempane; Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga; and the Member of Parliament for Garu, Dr Thomas Winsum Anabah.
Speaking at the inauguration at the Presidency on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, President Mahama said funding for the initiative had been secured, clearing the way for its implementation following significant improvements in the security situation in Bawku.
He said the fund was established after the government received the report of the Otumfuo Mediation Committee in December 2025, which renewed efforts to restore peace and accelerate development in the area.
President Mahama noted that the prolonged conflict had disrupted public services and stalled several major development projects, including the Tamli Dam project.
With relative peace returning to Bawku, the President said the government would work to revive stalled projects and ensure that the area receives its fair share of national development.
He tasked the committee with providing effective oversight of the fund and ensuring that its resources are directed towards projects and interventions that respond to the development needs of Bawku and surrounding communities.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
