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The Chief of Bamiri in the Techiman South Municipal Assembly, Nana Asare Baffour II, has recounted his 11-year journey of transformational leadership, marked by strategic development projects aimed at improving the lives of his people and elevating the status of the community.
In an exclusive interview with Ghanaweb.mobi, Nana Asare Baffour II expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Paramount Chief of Techiman, Oseadeyor Akumfi Ameyaw IV, for entrusting him with the mantle of leadership following the passing of the late chief.
According to him, prior to his enstoolment, he had spent over three decades living in Europe. Upon his return, he devoted himself to the development of Bamiri and the well-being of its people, a vision he remains steadfastly committed to.
“I would like to express my profound gratitude to the Paramount Chief of Techiman, Oseadeyor Akumfi Ameyaw IV, for entrusting me with the noble responsibility of leading Bamiri as its chief. It has been eleven years since I assumed this role, following the passing of our late chief.
“Before my enstoolment, I had lived in Europe for 30 years. Upon returning and becoming chief, I made it my top priority to improve the standard of living for my people, not just in Bamiri but across the wider Techiman area. With the grace and guidance of God, I can say we are steadily progressing.” He stated.
He revealed that upon assuming office, he observed a worrying trend where many residents of Bamiri were migrating to Techiman Central due to the lack of essential services in the community. Determined to reverse this pattern, he initiated a series of development projects, beginning with efforts to resolve the community’s water crisis. Through the drilling of six to seven boreholes, clean water access has now reached virtually every household in Bamiri.
“When I took office, I noticed a troubling trend: many residents were moving out of Bamiri to Techiman Central and other developed areas due to the lack of basic amenities. This motivated me to launch several development projects.
“One of my earliest interventions was to address the water crisis. I drilled six to seven boreholes, and today, every household in Bamiri either has its own borehole or access to clean drinking water.” Nana told our reporter.
Touching on security, Nana Asare Baffour II disclosed that under his leadership, and in collaboration with the Bamiri Traditional Council, a fully functional police station had been constructed and staffed. He further revealed that as the community grew, a second police post was established in one of the suburbs, followed by the construction of another police station, which now operates as the District Police Command.
“Security was another pressing concern. In consultation with the Bamiri Traditional Council, I led the construction of a police station fully equipped for community safety. The government subsequently posted personnel to serve the area. As the community expanded, I also built a police post in one of the suburbs and later constructed a new police station, which now serves as the District Police Command.” He said.
To economically empower the people, especially women, Nana Asare Baffour II championed the establishment of a gari processing factory and oversaw the construction of a yam market. The market, which has already opened to the public, is set to evolve into a multipurpose trading hub, potentially becoming one of the region’s most vibrant economic centers.
“To promote economic empowerment, especially among women, I facilitated the establishment of a gari factory to provide employment. Additionally, I spearheaded the construction of a yam market which was recently inaugurated to boost local trading activities. Although it began as a yam market, it is expected to evolve into a hub for multiple commodities. With proper management, I believe it has the potential to become one of the most prominent marketplaces in the region.” He revealed.
According to the chief of Bamiri, he led efforts to establish a technical school in Bamiri and is currently constructing three dormitory blocks to serve as hostel facilities for students, ensuring better access to vocational and technical training.
He also stated that a modern 28-seater water closet facility has been constructed to improve sanitation in the community. Additionally, an ultra-modern community center has been built under his leadership at Bamiri. The facility now serves as a venue for social events, meetings, developmental programs, and also hosts the Bono East Regional House of Chiefs.
“In the education sector, Bamiri now has a technical school. I am also building three dormitory blocks to serve as hostel facilities for students.
“On the sanitation front, I constructed a 28-seater water closet toilet facility to serve the community. Furthermore, I built an ultra-modern community center that now serves as a venue for community programs and gatherings.” He stated.
He stressed that development is a collective effort and called on the people of Bamiri and beyond to remain united, committed, and focused on progress.
“As a leader, my greatest joy is to see my people thrive, the journey hasn’t been easy, but with perseverance and unity, we’ve come this far—and there’s still more to achieve.” He disclosed.
Source: Ghanaweb.mobi
