The Member of Parliament for the Bawku Central constituency, Mr. Mahama Ayariga, has successfully handed over 42 hand pump boreholes to residents in his constituency, a significant milestone in his efforts to improve access to clean water in the area.
The water projects, distributed across all electoral areas in the Bawku Municipality, are expected to contribute to the realization of Sustainable Development Goal 6, ensuring access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene.
Access to clean water has long been a significant challenge in the Bawku Municipality, exacerbated by the prolonged conflict in the region. Despite efforts by the central government to restore peace, the area has continued to face challenges in accessing basic necessities like water.
Mr. Ayariga, determined to address this issue, embarked on a mission to drill hand pump boreholes, providing residents with a reliable source of clean water. The project, completed within five months, has brought relief to many communities. At a ceremony to commission some of the boreholes at the Kuka community, Mr. Ayariga emphasized that the project is ongoing, with two more boreholes drilled recently and set to be completed soon.
Residents in the Bugri Corner Electoral Area, who had previously struggled to access water, expressed their gratitude to the MP. Rakia Osman, a businesswoman, noted that the boreholes have lessened the burden of accessing water, saving them from the risks of crossing roads and spending hours fetching water.
Assembly Members for Kuka and Zabugu Electoral Areas, Ndaog Akubilla and Akuka Mohammed Zakari, commended the MP for relieving their communities from the water crisis. The people of the beneficiary communities, including Daduri, Wande, Bawkzua, Kutanga, Bugzunde, and Sabongari, were elated by the kind gesture and expressed hope that the MP’s support would continue as promised.
Mr. Ayariga’s initiative has not only provided clean water but also improved the overall well-being of the communities, enabling residents to focus on other aspects of their lives. The success of this project is a testament to the MP’s commitment to his constituents and his dedication to ensuring that basic necessities like water are accessible to all.
