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Published on 2024-03-01 08:51:23
The Director of Good Governance at the Ministry of Local Government and Lands, Mr. David Gomez, recently commended the Brikama Area Council (BAC) for launching the West Coast Region (WCR) on a positive trajectory of development. At a ceremony organized by BAC to distribute D14M to 28 wards in WCR, Mr. Gomez praised the council for their efforts in fostering development in the region.
During his speech, Mr. Gomez expressed his ministry’s support for BAC in achieving its development goals. He emphasized the importance of proper implementation of projects and assured that his ministry would closely monitor the progress of the projects to ensure their successful completion.
According to Mr. Gomez, Section 603(1) of the Local Government Act mandates local governments to bring development to their people, and he commended BAC for fulfilling this crucial mandate. He emphasized the importance of awarding development projects to competent contractors rather than friends to ensure effective implementation.
Mr. Gomez highlighted the council’s dedication to serving the community and recognized the efforts of the young and development-oriented individuals within the council. He encouraged the council members to take credit for their achievements and continue working towards the betterment of the West Coast Region.
As an oversight institution, Mr. Gomez reiterated his ministry’s commitment to supporting BAC in all aspects of regional development. He assured that his ministry would closely monitor the execution of projects from start to finish to ensure transparency and accountability.
The ceremony also saw the distribution of funds to 28 wards in WCR, marking an important step towards the region’s development. Mr. Gomez commended BAC for returning taxpayers’ money to the region and highlighted the importance of using these funds wisely for the benefit of the community.
In conclusion, Mr. Gomez praised the efforts of BAC in driving development in the West Coast Region and encouraged the council to continue their work towards progress and prosperity. He reiterated his ministry’s commitment to supporting BAC in their development initiatives and emphasized the importance of effective project implementation for the overall growth of the region.
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