The West Gonja Municipal Assembly as part of its efforts to improve education in the municipality has presented dual desks to nineteen (19) private schools in the Municipality.

This move according to the Honourable MCE for West Gonja Karim Musah Kusubari will enhance teaching and learning in the private schools.

Speaking to Spear FM at the forecourt of the office of the West Gonja Municipal Assembly where the presentation and the distribution of the dual desks was done, Hon Musah Kusubari said the West Gonja Municipal Assembly earlier recieved about 1,500 dual desks from the National Development Authority (NDA) through the office of the Member of Parliament for Damongo constituency which they distributed to public schools in the municipality.

The MCE added that even though private schools are owned by private individuals, they serve the general public therefore there is the need for government help improve education at the private sector.

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Privata Schools that benefited include Hope for life school complex, Newlife Preparatory School, Bambaninye School Larabanga, ECG school complex, Mohammed Ameen School, Ewuntomah Excellency Academy, Redemption Academy, Holistic Mission School, Light House Phronesis School, Excell Academy, My-Gate School, Sir Martin’s memorial school, Happy Kids school, Smart Kids school, Larabanga Islamic school, Halal vision school, progressive ECE centre, Ayusuga Academy and Amazing Grace School.

Heads of these schools expressed gratitude to the West Gonja Municipal Assembly and promised to put the furniture to good use.

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In a heartwarming display of civic responsibility, the Damongo Motoking Riders Association has embarked on a non-partisan voluntary mission to clean up our environment in Damongo.

This selfless initiative, undertaken  without any political affiliation or motivation, is a shining example of community spirit and dedication to the greater good.

The association’s latest effort saw them extend their kindness to the Damongo Health Centre, clearing surrounding bushes and desilting clogged gutters. This voluntary activity not only improves the aesthetic appeal of the area but also contributes to a healthier environment for patients, staff, and the community at large.

The Assemblyman for the Zongo/Langbanto electoral area Hon Nuhu Kantama Abdul Ganiyu who was impressed by their good works, made a passionate appeal to individuals, groups, and corporate agencies to support them with cleaning item and training needs.

According to the Hon Assembly person for Zongo-Langbonto, supporting this noble cause will promote a healthier environment for our community.

Residents residing along the Black and White Volta Lakes have been urged to move to higher grounds ahead of the spillage of the Bagre Dam in neighboring Burkina Faso slated for Monday, August 19, 2024.

This admonishment was contained in a statement issued by the Northern Regional department of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO).

In the statement signed by the Northern Regional Director, Alhaji Abdallah Salifu disclosed that the Bagre Dam level as of August 16, was 234.23m as against the maximum spillage level of 235m.

The statement therefore, entreated residents residing along the twin Volta Lakes to devise precautionary measures to avoid being hit adversely by the spillage.

“This flood alert therefore is to inform the general public, the Communities along the White and Black Volta Lakes as well as our development partners to be on the alert, and to get all the communities who may be at risk to move to higher grounds, since the rivers will overflow its banks and some farms along the rivers will be flooded”.

It continued, “also, the natural habitat of reptiles will be disturbed and people should be careful along the rivers as the risk of snake bites is high during this period. The reptiles will also be struggling for survival as they will move upland, on debris and on top of trees along the rivers”.

It further asserted that the sole aim of directive is to ensure zero loss of lives and mitigate the impact on livelihoods.

Source: Spearfm.com

A woman (name withheld) was on Saturday, August 17, 2024 robbed at gunpoint of her red Hajue-5 motorcycle with registration number M-21-CD 9821.

The incident occurred at around 20:30hrs at the Damongo Senior High School by two unidentifiable men who were wielding weapons.

Reports say the victim was attacked in her house whiles going about her domestic chores when the hardened criminal invaded her room and aimed the weapon at her threatening to kill her if she fails to cooperate.

They were reported to have demanded for the keys to her motorcycle and monies in her possession to which the victim reluctantly complied to protect her precious life.

Spearfm.com sources revealed that the bandits after carrying out the dastardly act rode off with the victim’s motorcycle into Alhassan-Kura, a suburb of Damongo.

Spear FM sources disclosed further that several checks were made for the suspects but they were not located.

Meanwhile, police in Damongo have commenced investigations into the matter after an official complaint was lodged.

Story by: Joseph Jimah Teddy

Farmers in Damongo the savannah regional capital have been experiencing an acute prolonged drought in the area.

Speaking to some Farmers in the area, they expressed shock and worry that over a month, there has not been a drop of rain in the municipality. As a result, over  hundreds of farmers laments over their huge investments

Eventhough  religious bodies in and around Damongo have offered endless prayers for God’s intervention, they are yet to see the rains.

In an interview on Spear FM, a Damongo based radio station, the MP for Damongo Hon Samuel Abu Jinapor sympathized with the farmers.

“I understand the frustration and challenges that come with drought during the farming season as a farmers son. As your representative, I want to assure you that we are working closely with the Government to provide the necessary support and relief.” He said.

The Mp retreated some immediate measures to mitigate the effects of the drought.

He announced that the Damongo Constituency Farmers Empowerment Program, initiated by him, will be reinforced to provide agri-inputs, which will restore hope to farmers in the constituency

However, he cautioned against human activities such as indiscrimate felling of trees, charcoal burning activities and more.