General News of Monday, 12 February 2007

Source: GNA

G/A Regional Capital to be moved to Dodowa

Dodowa, (G/R) Feb. 12, GNA- Sheikh Ibrahim Cudjoe Quaye, Greater Accra Regional Minister, on Monday performed a ground- breaking ceremony to commence projects that would transform Dodowa in the Dangbe West District into the regional capital.

" Government is going transform Dodowa into a city comparable to Abuja, capital of Nigeria," he said as cut the sod to commence works on a four-billion- cedi pavilion that would serve as commemorative park for the region.

The project, which is being funded by Ghana @ 50 secretariat is expected to be completed in six months.

Mr. Mike Adjowerh-Nortey, District Chief Executive said the pavilion would comprise a conference and concert halls would enhance the image of the town.
"It will also bring development to the District," he said.