Binduri chiefs appeal for lifting of motorbike ban ahead of farming season

Chiefs and residents of Binduri in the Upper East Region have appealed to the government and the Ministry of the Interior to lift the ban on motorbike riding as the rainy season begins and farming activities intensify across the area.

According to the traditional leaders and queenmothers, the restriction is negatively affecting movement and economic activities across the six administrative districts within the Kusaug Traditional Area, where motorbikes remain the main mode of transportation.

The appeal was made during the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of the 24 Hour Economy Market at Bazua in the Binduri District.

The chiefs urged government to urgently reconsider the directive to enable residents to travel to their farms, workplaces, markets and schools without difficulty.

Speaking on behalf of the Binduri Naba, the Chief of Boko, Awini Adams, said the continued ban had disrupted normal life and economic activities in the area.

He appealed to the authorities to lift the restriction to ease the burden on residents.

Googo Queenmother, Tampur Bas Sagat I, also called for the ban to be lifted, stressing that the restriction was affecting access to schools, markets and other essential services.

Responding to the concerns, the Upper East Regional Minister, Donatus Akamugri Atanga, said the Regional Coordinating Council would engage the security agencies to assess the situation and determine whether the ban could be reviewed.

Meanwhile, Municipal and District Chief Executives, as well as Members of Parliament within the region, used the occasion to highlight the expected benefits of the 24 Hour Economy Market projects being rolled out across their respective districts.

At Bawku Municipality, the Municipal Chief Executive, Isaac Azunaba, appealed to residents and the youth to prioritise peace and stability, stating that development initiatives such as the 24 Hour Economy Market can only succeed in a peaceful environment.

He stressed that without peace, the intended economic benefits of the project would not materialise.

At Pusiga, the Member of Parliament, Hajia Laadi Ayishetu Ayamba, said the market project would generate employment opportunities for people at all levels and urged traditional authorities and residents to fully support and take ownership of the initiative.

In Tempane, Member of Parliament Lydia Akanvariba Adakudugu stated that the 24 Hour Economy Market, together with the proposed Women’s Bank at Wariyanga, would help improve the livelihoods of women while creating jobs for the youth.

The District Chief Executive for Garu, Joseph Abaare, also expressed optimism that the market project would improve revenue generation and enhance the district’s economic standing within the region.

Addressing the various gatherings, the Upper East Regional Minister, Donatus Akamugri Atanga, said President John Dramani Mahama was demonstrating commitment to the 24 Hour Economy policy through ongoing infrastructure projects across the country.

He assured residents that funding had already been secured for the construction of the 24 Hour Market at Wariyanga in the Tempane District, adding that 25 percent of the District Assembly Common Fund had been earmarked for the project.

According to him, the initiative reflects government’s determination to stimulate economic growth and improve livelihoods in local communities.

He further assured residents that the projects would be completed within a reasonable period to boost economic activity across the region.

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