Yesterday during parliamentary proceedings, I had the opportunity to voice my support for the 2024 fiscal budget, particularly focusing on its provisions for flood management across our beloved nation.
As we’ve witnessed in recent years, flooding has become an increasingly devastating issue affecting communities nationwide. The lives lost, properties damaged, and livelihoods disrupted demand immediate and substantial governmental intervention.
Key Budget Allocations
What stands out in this budget is the administration’s commitment to addressing these environmental challenges through strategic infrastructure development. The allocated funds for:
These investments represent not just financial commitments but a vision for a safer Ghana where citizens can live without the annual fear of flood devastation.
Beyond Flood Management
While addressing flooding remains a priority, this budget also balances other critical needs for national development:
For Juaben Constituency specifically, I’m pleased to see allocations for local road improvements and healthcare facility upgrades that will directly benefit our communities.
Moving Forward Together
Budget approval is merely the first step. Implementation, monitoring, and accountability will determine the true impact of these allocations. As your representative, I pledge to maintain vigilant oversight of these projects to ensure they deliver the intended benefits to all Ghanaians.
I firmly believe this budget presents a balanced and forward-thinking approach to our national development while addressing our most pressing environmental challenges.
Let us come together in support of these initiatives as we build a safer, more resilient Ghana for generations to come.
Hon. Francis Owusu-Akyaw
MP, Juaben Constituency
Ashanti Region