President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has promised residents of Oti Region that his government will construct a bridge over river Oti before he completes his tenure.
The president who is on a tour of the region said this would be one of his legacies to the region and its people.
“I am determined, I made a promise and I am going to see to it that it’s done. If you talk about legacy, this is going to be my legacy for the region,” he added.
He disclosed that the Ministry of Finance had already granted a mandate letter to a Dutch company to begin the 1.6-kilometre bridge before the end of the year.
He explained that the bridge will be constructed over a section of the river at Dambai to improve turnaround time for passengers and traders
He further promised them that a water project at Dambai so it would end the water situation in the area
He said the government was also considering the construction of a new power station at Bimbilla to supply regular electricity to that part of the country for accelerated development.
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