Residents of Ofosu-Battor, a fishing community in the Nkwanta South District of the Oti Region, are celebrating the commencement of a long-awaited road improvement project under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP).
The initiative marks a significant milestone for the community, which has endured years of hardship due to poor road conditions.
The deplorable state of the road had posed daily challenges, making transportation difficult and limiting access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and markets. Residents frequently expressed frustration, feeling neglected and overlooked by authorities.
The construction of the new road by the Nkwanta South Municipal Assembly has brought a renewed sense of optimism.
The improved infrastructure is expected to facilitate transportation, enhance connectivity, and create opportunities for economic growth. Local businesses stand to benefit as the efficient movement of goods and services becomes a reality.
Residents have expressed gratitude for the development, seeing it as a pathway to attract investment and improve their quality of life. One resident described the project as a dream come true, adding that it offers hope for a better future.
Municipal Chief Executive Felix Owusu-Gyimah urged the community to support the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming general elections, crediting the government with prioritizing development in underserved areas.
He encouraged residents to vote for Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia as President and Hajia Sherifa Sekyere Tijani as their parliamentary candidate on December 7 to ensure the continuation of infrastructure projects that positively impact the region.
The Ofosu-Battor road project is expected to transform the community, fostering economic growth and improving living standards for its residents.