President John Dramani Mahama has assured that coastal communities within the Western Area affected by oil and gasoline actions will see direct enhancements in infrastructure, sea protection, and social companies beneath his subsequent improvement agenda.
The president made it clear that the invention of petroleum within the area should be a blessing and never a burden.
He acknowledged that cities like Essiama and Anochie, situated within the oil-producing enclaves, would profit from higher roads, bridges, faculties, well being services, and agribusiness assist as a part of the federal government’s dedication to inclusive improvement.
He defined that the federal government is increasing sea protection initiatives alongside the coast to guard fishing communities from tidal wave erosion.
These efforts, he famous are additionally aimed toward preserving marine livelihoods and supporting the coastal financial system.
President Mahama revealed that the federal government will set up a devoted oil and gasoline companies hub on the Takoradi Port via a public-private partnership.
He stated the growth of the port would come with new container terminals and dry bulk services to spice up exports and scale back delays for vessels.
He added that the (Native Content material and Native Participation) Laws, 2013 (L.I. 2204) could be strengthened to make sure younger individuals within the Western Area achieve entry to petroleum jobs, contracts, and technical coaching.
The president additionally introduced that the Ministry of Power had been directed to renegotiate land preparations with landowners across the deliberate petroleum hub.
He stated the federal government will launch unused parts of land again to communities and pay compensation for land that will probably be used, beginning with 5,000 hectares as a substitute of the initially acquired 20,000 hectares.
He pressured that oil wealth should translate into higher residing circumstances for the individuals whose lands and livelihoods are affected by exploration and manufacturing actions.
By Jacob Aggrey
