The youth of Builsa South District in the Upper East Region have decried what they describe as years of neglect and underdevelopment since the district was carved out of Builsa North.
At a recent event in Accra, the Builsa Youth Association (BYA) made a passionate appeal to government officials, including the Member of Parliament (MP) for Builsa South, Dr. Clement Apaak, and the District Chief Executive (DCE), Anne Musah, to take urgent steps to address the developmental challenges confronting the area.
Speaking at the programme held at the Accra Technical University campus on Sunday, August 31, Chairman of the Association, Mr. Philip Akumasi Galisi, described the state of infrastructure in the district as appalling.
He noted that Builsa South lacks even a single tarred road and is without a tertiary institution — basic amenities he said are long overdue for the people.
“For years, we have been neglected. It sounds strange, but that is the truth. We’ve been voting and participating in governance, yet we have nothing to show for it. They keep telling us they are doing their best, but for us, their best is not enough,” Mr. Galisi stated.
He emphasized that the BYA, under his leadership, would continue to act as a pressure group until the district receives its fair share of national development. Despite extending invitations, both the MP and DCE were absent from the event.
“We are not giving up on them. That is why we are making this clarion call — to let them know this cause is still at the core of our hearts,” he added.
Formed four years ago, the BYA used the occasion to inaugurate a new executive leadership with a four-year mandate. The event also served as a fundraiser to acquire an anesthesia machine for the district hospital.
Mr. William Adjabui, an experienced industrial pharmacist and public health supply chain expert who served as Chairman for the occasion — also expressed deep concern about the district’s underdevelopment. He described the current state of Builsa South as unacceptable, calling for sustained pressure on duty bearers.
“The time for Builsa South to get its share of the national cake is now,” he said. “With the Education Minister and his deputy both hailing from the north, we expect to see that translate into meaningful development.”
Mr. Adjabui also called for the establishment of a tertiary institution in the district to promote quality education and bridge the developmental gap. He encouraged the Association to review its constitution to allow for broader membership and greater influence.
The youth group affirmed its commitment to continue advocating for improved infrastructure and social amenities, and stressed that the time for political promises without action must end.
