28-07-14
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| Mr Zuuga Tiiga (Middle) exchanging pleasantries |
The incoming
Upper East Regional Minister, James Zuuga Tiiga, yesterday arrived in the
region to a rousing welcome. Mr Tiiga
was welcomed by an enthusiastic crowd comprising NDC party supporters at
Pwalugu in the Talensi District. Some
revered chiefs mainly from the Kusaug Traditional Area, MPs, as well as
municipal and district chief executives were among those who welcomed the
minister. The atmosphere was that of
excitement. Mr Tiiga, replaces Dr Ephraim Avea Nsoh, following a recent
ministerial reshuffle. Sacrifices were performed at various points to herald
his coming and also give him spiritual fortification to guide him in the course
of his official duties. Addressing a large gathering at his residence the Deputy
Upper East Regional Minister, Daniel Syme, said the arrival of Mr Tiiga, was an
indication of his time consciousness and his ability to work for the
development of the region. The NDC Regional Chairman, Alhaji Bonaba, implored
party faithful to give the minister the support he deserves. He appealed for
their cooperation, and entreated the minister to ensure an open door
policy and consider carefully every idea and proposal tabled before him. The Regional
Minister, James Zuuga Tiiga, thanked the people for the rousing welcome and
called for unity and cooperation among the people. He said development thrives
where there is unity Mr Tiiga, promised
to work with all irrespective of party affiliations. He said he was determined to
alleviate poverty and lessen the plight of the people by bring development to
their doorstep. An official handing over ceremony will take place tomorrow to
enable the new minister assume his official duties.
GBC END IA/
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