Youth of Abilyeri, Awusi-yeri, Achog-yeri, Suwarinsa, and Kori Kickstart Self-Initiated Bridge Construction to Connect Communities to Sandema.

In a remarkable display of community spirit and initiative, the youth of Abilyeri, Awusi-yeri,Achog-yeri Suwarinsa, and Kori have commenced the construction of two self-initiated bridges over the Nan-seuing and Nan-gaang rivers located infront and behind Avade-yeri in Abilyeri Sandema. This project aims to link these communities with the district capital, Sandema, enhancing access to vital services and economic activities.

The construction, which began today, was necessitated by the recurrent isolation of these communities during the rainy season, which hampers access to healthcare, commerce, and other essential activities in Sandema. Prior to the project's commencement, the communities levied themselves and organized a community durbar, where stakeholders made significant contributions.

Among the notable contributors were Hon. James Agalga, Member of Parliament for Builsa North, who donated 100 bags of cement, and Mr. Thomas Kofi Alonsi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Maritime Authority and NPP's parliamentary candidate for Builsa North, who also donated 100 bags of cement. Alhaji Salifu Awal Faisal contributed 20 bags of cement, with several other individuals, groups, and organizations making substantial donations to support the construction efforts.

The Chief of Abilyeri, Nab. Achim Abiong and the Chairman of the Youth committee of the five Communities in an interaction with the media called upon the members of the five (5) communities to volunteer in large numbers to aid the bridge construction. They are also appealing to people who are yet to fulfill their pledges to do so and for additional support, particularly bulldozer services, to assist in excavating and uprooting trees along the riverbanks, thereby facilitating the construction process.

This self-initiated project stands as a testament to the power of community collaboration and the collective determination to overcome infrastructural challenges. As work progresses, the youth remain hopeful that more individuals and organizations will step forward to support this vital initiative, which promises to significantly improve the quality of life for the residents of Abilyeri, Awusu-yeri, Achog-yeri, Suwarinsa, and Kori.

Derrick Abakisi-NoiyengRadio

GRNMA Builsa North Elects New Executives.

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) in the Builsa North Municipality has successfully elected new executives to lead the association for the next four years. 

The elections, held on May 23, 2024, at the Sandema Hospital conference hall, concluded with Mr. Ashiley Nii Ayitey being elected as the Municipal Chairperson, securing 34 votes against his contender, Mr. Ali Joshua, who garnered 32 votes.

Mr. Derrick Abakisi, the immediate past Municipal PRO, was elected unopposed as the Municipal Vice Chairperson. Madam Janet Jantuate became the Municipal Secretary with 45 votes, defeating Mr. Gyeru Abraham Kweku, the immediate past Assistant Secretary, who received 21 votes. The position of Municipal Treasurer went to Mr. Adiali Prince Charles, who obtained 48 votes, while his opponent, Mr. Kingsley Bonsu, the immediate past Deputy PRO, received 17 votes. 

Mr. Akunyam Adem Daniel was elected unopposed as the new Municipal PRO.

Hajia Marria Fuseini, the Deputy Director of Nursing Services at Sandema Hospital and Chairperson of the elections, commended both contestants and delegates for conducting smooth and clean elections. She urged the new executives to collaborate with their predecessors and opponents to address the needs and aspirations of nurses in the municipality.

 Hajia Fuseini also emphasized the importance of annual PIN renewals and encouraged nurses to educate the public on the different roles within health facilities to prevent the misattribution of blame to nurses.

Mr. Bisianin Kombian, the Regional Vice Chairperson of the association, advised the new leaders to work diligently to prevent nurses from leaving for other associations that offer superficial benefits. He reassured that the GRNMA leadership is committed to ensuring fair compensation for nurses and asked members to disregard unverified information circulating on social media regarding new conditions of service.

Mr. Ali Joshua, who lost the chairmanship to Mr. Ashiley Nii Ayitey, pledged his support for the new leadership on behalf of all the candidates who did not win. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Ashitey expressed gratitude to the nurses for their trust and promised to work inclusively to meet the aspirations of all nurses in the municipality.

The new executive team is expected to work closely with all stakeholders to enhance the welfare and professional standards of nurses and midwives in the Builsa North Municipality.

Abakisi Derrick-NoiyengRadio

GRNMA Builsa North Elects New Executives.

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) in the Builsa North Municipality has successfully elected new executives to lead the association for the next four years. The elections, held on May 23, 2024, at the Sandema Hospital conference hall, concluded with Mr. Nii Ashley Ashitey being elected as the Municipal Chairperson, securing 34 votes against his contender, Mr. Ali Joshua, who garnered 32 votes.

Mr. Derrick Abakisi, the immediate past Municipal PRO, was elected unopposed as the Municipal Vice Chairperson. Madam Janet Jantuate became the Municipal Secretary with 45 votes, defeating Mr. Gyeru Abraham Kweku, the immediate past Assistant Secretary, who received 21 votes. The position of Municipal Treasurer went to Mr. Adiali Prince Charles, who obtained 48 votes, while his opponent, Mr. Kingsley Bonsu, the immediate past Deputy PRO, received 17 votes. Mr. Akunyam Adem Daniel was elected unopposed as the new Municipal PRO.

Hajia Marria Fuseini, the Deputy Director of Nursing Services at Sandema Hospital and Chairperson of the elections, commended both contestants and delegates for conducting smooth and clean elections. She urged the new executives to collaborate with their predecessors and opponents to address the needs and aspirations of nurses in the municipality. Hajia Fuseini also emphasized the importance of annual PIN renewals and encouraged nurses to educate the public on the different roles within health facilities to prevent the misattribution of blame to nurses.

Mr. Bisianin Kombian, the Regional Vice Chairperson of the association, advised the new leaders to work diligently to prevent nurses from leaving for other associations that offer superficial benefits. He reassured that the GRNMA leadership is committed to ensuring fair compensation for nurses and asked members to disregard unverified information circulating on social media regarding new conditions of service.

Mr. Ali Joshua, who lost the chairmanship to Mr. Nii Ashley Ashitey, pledged his support for the new leadership on behalf of all the candidates who did not win. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Ashitey expressed gratitude to the nurses for their trust and promised to work inclusively to meet the aspirations of all nurses in the municipality.

The new executive team is expected to work closely with all stakeholders to enhance the welfare and professional standards of nurses and midwives in the Builsa North Municipality.

Abakisi Derrick-NoiyengRadio