Resolve chieftaincy disputes to attract investors - Volta Regional Minister

Volta Regional Minister James Gunu has called on traditional councils and chiefs to prioritize the resolution of chieftaincy and land disputes, emphasizing their critical role in attracting investment and fostering regional development. He noted that the region currently faces 69 chieftaincy disputes, with a concerningly low number of only three having been amicably resolved.

During a courtesy call from a delegation of the Mepe Traditional Council and the Mepe Development Association (MDA), Gunu stressed that addressing these disputes is paramount for encouraging investors to explore the region's opportunities. He highlighted the necessity for chiefs to actively lead in promoting peace within their communities, underscoring that peace is a fundamental requirement for development.

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Addressing chieftaincy and land disputes was critical to attracting investors to explore opportunities in the region, adding that chiefs must play a leading role in promoting peace in their respective communities.

The Minister commended the Mepe Traditional Council for its consistent use of the Afenorto Festival to promote peace and development. He urged other traditional areas to emulate the MDA's dedication to community progress. Togbe Nego, the Manklalo of Mepe, who led the delegation, congratulated the Regional Minister on his commitment to the region's development and expressed satisfaction with the efforts of the current government under President John Dramani Mahama.

Togbe Nego also appealed for the reconstruction of roads within Mepe, particularly those damaged by floods from the Akosombo and Kpong dams. He noted that while previous appeals for the Sege–Battor–Mepe–Dove Junction road were ignored, the current government has initiated work on it, which is expected to boost economic activities. He invited President Mahama to the 70th Afenorto Festival. Senior divisional chief Togbe Kodzo Azagba encouraged Gunu to ensure the completion of ongoing development projects, stating that their successful execution would ensure his lasting legacy in the region.

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Previous appeals to reconstruct the Sege–Battor–Mepe–Dove Junction road had gone unheeded, but expressed appreciation that the current government had begun work on the project, which he said would boost economic activities in the area.