President John Dramani Mahama has announced that every district in Ghana will benefit from a modern 24-hour economy market as part of government’s strategy to boost local trade, agriculture and economic growth.
Speaking during the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a 24-hour economy market in Bole in the Savannah Region, President Mahama said the initiative forms part of government’s broader agenda to improve commercial activities and create economic opportunities across the country.
According to him, the Bole market will be the biggest among the 261 markets expected to be constructed nationwide under the programme.
“We’re building 261 of these markets. Every district in Ghana is going to get one of these markets and I’m proud to say that the Bole market is the biggest,” he stated.
President Mahama explained that the markets are aimed at creating reliable outlets for farmers and traders to sell their produce while ensuring the continuous circulation of money within local communities.
He noted that Bole’s strategic location makes it ideal for one of the country’s largest model markets, adding that the project would benefit not only residents of Bole but neighbouring communities and regions.
“This market is going to be one of the busiest markets in the whole of Ghana because of its location,” he said.
The President disclosed that the modern market facility will include police and fire posts, a clinic, pharmacy, warehouses, cold stores, lockable shops, restaurants, daycare centre, banking facilities, lorry terminals and sanitation facilities.
He further stated that the market will operate day and night under the government’s 24-hour economy initiative to support businesses and create jobs for residents.
President Mahama also used the occasion to announce several development projects for the Savannah Region, including a new district hospital for Bole, a regional hospital for Damongo, a STEM-focused College of Education, road projects, water systems and a proposed University of Science and Technology for the region.
He assured residents that government remains committed to transforming the Savannah Region through investments in infrastructure, agriculture, healthcare and education.
“By the end of my mandate in 2028, I’ll be coming back several times to commission several of these projects,” he added.
Source: Mubarak Yakubu
