Residents of Boayini, a farming community nestled within the West Mamprusi Municipal area, are urgently calling for immediate road repairs as they face increasing challenges in accessing healthcare, education, and economic opportunities.
With the rainy season fast approaching, the situation has become perilous, raising fears of complete isolation from essential services. Despite being located near the borders of the West Mamprusi Municipal and the Nalerigu Gambaga district, Boayini has been experiencing a significant decline in road conditions.
The community has repeatedly voiced their concerns to local authorities, organized community meetings, and advocated for necessary repairs, but their pleas have largely gone unanswered.
Tia, a seasoned educationist from the area, expressed the frustration of many residents: “The absence of proper roads has created a significant barrier to accessing essential services, forcing our children not to go to school or take dangerous detours, especially during the rainy season.”
The situation is particularly dire when it comes to healthcare. Tanko Osman, a local teacher, highlighted the alarming fact that Boayini lacks a health center, forcing residents to journey miles to the nearest facility.
“The only bridge that once connected us to vital healthcare services and educational opportunities is now unusable,” he lamented.
This has severe implications, especially for pregnant women like Asana, who shared her plight “Without access to prenatal care, we are left vulnerable, car cannot go and come and now if I want to give birth I can’t sit on motor, I’m just afraid an worried about what will happen when my time is due and many people cannot go to the market.”
The Demaa Naa of Boayini, echoed the sentiments of his community, emphasizing the urgent need for action: “If the roads are not repaired before the rainy season, we will face catastrophic consequences, that is the main road and that is the only road we have”.
The fear of being cut off from essential services looms large, compounding the already challenging living conditions faced by the residents.
The agricultural sector, which serves as the backbone of Boayini’s economy, is also under threat. Farmers are struggling to transport their goods to market, resulting in financial strain for families who depend on farming as their primary source of income.
Dingana Aziz, a former assembly member, has made numerous attempts to engage with authorities to address these pressing issues. Yet, despite his efforts, the situation remains unresolved.
The residents of Boayini are now calling on government officials, NGOs, and community leaders to prioritize road repairs and infrastructure development.
They believe that with the right attention and resources, Boayini can flourish into a thriving community where access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities is guaranteed, free from the fear of isolation.
The community’s plea for help is clear, urgent action is needed to restore their roads and ensure that the vital services they rely on are within reach.
By Solomon Kwame Kanaluwe
