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Residents of the Old Buipe electoral area in the Savannah Region have threatened to prevent voting in the upcoming December elections due to longstanding neglect by the government. Frustrated by inadequate healthcare, poor road networks, bad network connectivity, and other developmental challenges, they have also vowed to stage a series of protests.
The Old Buipe area, which includes communities like Old Buipe, Lito, Gbongbonto, Winamda, Boachipe, and Braimape, is plagued by severe developmental issues. The primary road is in a deplorable state, exacerbated by recent rains, and characterized by eroded potholes and muddy waters, making commuting difficult. An abandoned bridge project adds to their woes, as a stream crossing the major road poses significant risks to residents.
During a visit by Channel One TV, pupils at the Old Buipe D/A Primary School were seen playing as their teachers were absent. Residents reported that teachers often refuse postings to the area due to the poor road network, compromising the children’s education.
Malia Zakaria, a trader, expressed frustration over the difficulty of traveling to the market in Buipe due to the poor road conditions. Yahaya Muntaka highlighted the network challenges and the risks faced by women in labor who struggle to access healthcare miles away.
Community members have issued a two-week ultimatum to the government to address these issues or face mass protests and a boycott of the December 7 polls. The MP for the area, John Abdulai Jinapor, promised that contractors would soon improve the road conditions.
