The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), has unveiled extensive plans to expand digital infrastructure across the Dagbon Kingdom as part of government’s broader agenda to enhance connectivity and digital inclusion.
Hon. George announced this during a courtesy call on the Overlord of Dagbon, His Royal Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, at His Residence in Accra today.
He disclosed that the Ministry, through the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC), will establish new rural telephony sites within the traditional area to improve communication and support business activities.
The Minister further revealed that computer centres will be set up across various communities under H.E. President John Dramani Mahama’s “One Million Coder Project”, aimed at training young people in digital skills and innovation.
“There’s a lot that’s coming to Dagbon from the Ministry of Communication,” Hon. George assured, reaffirming government’s commitment to extending digital opportunities to every part of the country.
In response, His Majesty, the Overlord of Dagbon, expressed delight at the announcement and commended the Minister for his continued efforts to advance national development.
He offered prayers for the Minister, asking for divine wisdom and strength to enable him to carry out his responsibilities effectively.
The Minister expressed gratitude for the blessings and reaffirmed the Ministry’s readiness to work closely with traditional authorities to meet the digital aspirations of the Dagbon.
