Mercy360 Blog of Monday, 2 December 2024
Source: Mercy Mensah
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform the Afram Plains into Ghana's breadbasket. Speaking in Maame Krobo, Dr. Bawumia emphasized the importance of agriculture in Ghana's economy and highlighted his vision to harness the region's vast lands and water resources to boost agricultural productivity ¹.
Dr. Bawumia's plan includes establishing irrigation systems and providing advanced agricultural machinery to enhance productivity in the region. He believes that the Afram Plains, with its expansive land and abundant water bodies, presents a unique opportunity for agricultural transformation.
The Krontihene of Forifori, Nana Krobea Asante, has endorsed Dr. Bawumia's vision, urging the people to support the NPP in the upcoming elections. He commended the party for its forward-thinking policies, describing them as key to the region's development.
Dr. Bawumia's commitment to agricultural development is a significant aspect of his presidential campaign. His administration plans to prioritize the resources of the Afram Plains to ensure food security and economic growth for both local farmers and the nation.