Dr. Julius Debrah joins Mahama in engagement with Dagbon Chiefs

President John Dramani Mahama, joined by Chief of Staff Dr. Julius Debrah and other government officials, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to bridging the infrastructure gap in northern Ghana, identifying peace and reliable public infrastructure as critical drivers of investment, economic growth and youth employment.

The President made the commitment during a courtesy call by a delegation of traditional leaders from the Dagbon Traditional Area, led by the Regent of Dagbon, Kampakuya Naa Yakubu II.

The meeting provided an opportunity for the President to reaffirm his government's determination to work closely with traditional authorities to strengthen peace, address development challenges and accelerate the transformation of northern Ghana.

President Mahama stressed that sustained peace, coupled with dependable public infrastructure, would create an enabling environment for private investors to establish businesses, expand existing enterprises and generate sustainable employment opportunities for the region's growing youth population.

He underscored the importance of addressing infrastructure deficiencies as part of a broader strategy to unlock the economic potential of northern communities and ensure that residents benefit from expanded development opportunities.

Julius Debrah Joins Presidential Engagement

Chief of Staff Dr. Julius Debrah joined President Mahama for the engagement with the Dagbon delegation, underscoring the participation of key government officials in engagements with traditional institutions.

The meeting also highlighted the importance of dialogue between the government and traditional authorities in advancing development priorities and sustaining the peace necessary for economic progress.

President Mahama assured the chiefs that his government remained an open and listening partner, prepared to engage with traditional leaders on issues affecting their communities and the wider northern region.

His remarks reaffirmed the government's position that development must go hand in hand with peacebuilding, effective partnerships and strategic infrastructure investments.

Northern Ghana holds considerable potential in agriculture, trade and other economic activities. However, improving infrastructure and creating a conducive environment for private-sector investment remain important to translating these opportunities into jobs and improved livelihoods.

The President's engagement with the Dagbon chiefs therefore reinforces the importance of collaboration between political leadership and traditional institutions in pursuing regional development.

As the government advances its Resetting Ghana agenda, the commitment to narrowing infrastructure disparities remains central to efforts to promote inclusive growth, strengthen local economies and create a more promising future for young people across northern Ghana.