The District Chief Executive (DCE) of Techiman North, Johnson Kwabena Adom, visited the Tuobodom Magazine on Monday, September 22, 2025, to inspect stalled government projects, particularly the Magazine Basic School. He assured the local artisans that the school’s construction, a long-awaited project for the community, would be completed by the following year. Departing from the usual reliance on central government funding, DCE Adom announced the assembly’s commitment to utilizing its Internally Generated Fund (IGF) for the project’s completion. This commitment marked a significant shift in local governance, emphasizing the importance of local resource mobilization and transparency in public finance management. The DCE stressed that the completed school would serve as a tangible demonstration of the effective use of local taxes, inspiring greater taxpayer compliance and community ownership of development projects.
The DCE’s decision to prioritize the school’s construction using the IGF stemmed from a directive by the Member of Parliament for Techiman North, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu Agyare, who responded to the community’s persistent appeals for the project’s completion. Recognizing the potential delays associated with relying solely on central government funding, the DCE affirmed the assembly’s commitment to allocating its IGF towards procuring construction materials incrementally, ensuring steady progress until the school’s completion. This approach signaled a proactive stance towards local development, demonstrating the local government’s dedication to addressing community needs and empowering residents through tangible project implementation.
The chairman of the Tuobodom Magazine Association, Mr. Saani, welcomed the DCE’s commitment and expressed gratitude for the attention given to the community’s needs. Recognizing the vital role of education in societal advancement, Mr. Saani underscored the negative consequences faced by communities that neglect educational development. He pledged the association’s full support for the project’s completion, recognizing its potential to positively impact the community’s future. This collaborative spirit between the local government and the community demonstrated the shared responsibility for development and the potential for collective action to address shared challenges.
Mr. Saani highlighted the daily challenges faced by the master artisans, who frequently interrupted their work to transport their children to and from distant schools. The completion of the Magazine Basic School promised to alleviate this burden, allowing the artisans to focus on their craft and improve their productivity. This, in turn, would contribute to the economic growth of the community and enhance the overall well-being of the residents. The school’s proximity would not only ease the logistical burdens on parents but also ensure that children had access to quality education within their community.
Beyond the immediate benefits of the basic school, Mr. Saani appealed for further investment in technical education. He proposed establishing a technical school within the community or converting the existing one to cater to the specific skills and knowledge required by the local artisans. This would provide a pathway for the transfer of traditional craftsmanship to the younger generation, preserving valuable skills and addressing the growing concern of youth unemployment. Such a technical school would not only provide vocational training but also serve as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, empowering young people to create sustainable livelihoods within their community.
The DCE’s commitment to complete the Magazine Basic School using local resources signifies a crucial step towards community development in Techiman North. This localized approach to funding and implementation not only addresses a pressing community need but also fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility among residents. The project’s success could serve as a model for other communities seeking to leverage local resources for development initiatives. Moreover, the call for investment in technical education highlights the long-term vision of the community to empower its youth and secure a prosperous future. The collaborative efforts of the local government, the MP, and the community demonstrate the potential for collective action to drive meaningful change and improve the lives of residents in Techiman North. This initiative underscores the importance of prioritizing education and skills development as key drivers of sustainable community growth.
