UE/R: SOCO PROJECT FACILITATORS URGED TO WORK HARD FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE PROJECT – DCE NABDAM
By : Wegwi Raymond
The Upper East Regional Tourism Authority has organized it’s 2024 awards night with the theme ‘Celebrating Innovation and Recognizing Excellence in Ghana Tourism Sector ‘ in Bolgatanga and the Regional Director of Ghana Tourism Authority Mr. Wisdom Ahadzi who welcomed all the stakeholders, noted that the night was to acknowledge the remarkable contribution of individuals, Organizations, Companies and stakeholders that have demonstrated unparalleled commitment to the growth and development of tourism in the region ,as the sector being not just a sector of economy but also a tapestry wovering with our rich culture, history and warmth of our people. As we are navigating to a rapidly changing world,he said it’s essential that, the embrace new ideas, adopt modern technologies to foster sustainable practices, as this and innovation are powerful tools to elevate the tourism offerings by providing unique experiences and captivating the hearts and minds of travellers. Mr Wisdom Ahadzi called the awardees to continue to strive for excellence, wishing them good luck in the upcoming 2024 September 25 national tourism awards day in Accra
The president of the Upper East Regional House of Chief, Pe Thomas Ditungidini Adiali Ayagitam III, remarked, that the tourism sector contributed significantly to the economic development of the region and urged the Authority to work to upgrade the structures of the various sites to make them user-friendly and accommodating, to encourage many tourists into the region and also open it to the outside world. He reminds the Upper East Regional Minister of their called for the construction of an airport in the region, that he is convinced that it will not ease just the travelling difficulties of people but would significantly promote the tourism potentials of the region and create economic opportunities to the youth and promised their unflinching support towards the promotion of tourism potentials in the region.
Mr. Kenneth Adu-Boahen who represents the Chief Executive of Ghana Tourism Authority, said the awards reminds us to know that, tourism is a multi stakeholder enterprise requiring the full commitment of all stakeholders to ensure vibrant tourism destination and the month of September is dedicated tourism month, therefore encourage all to patronize our local tourism attractions, support the local businesses, experiences and rich cultural heritage and natural beauty that Ghana has to offer. He urged all of them to work together to promote tourism development and create opportunities for economic growth and Job creation.
Ghana Ambassador to Burkina Faso, His Excellency Boniface Gambilla, lauded the competition amongst the industry players, adding that the winning is just a second leg of it and suggested to the Authority to to extend it beyond the borders of Ghana . He said as Ghana’s representative in Burkina Faso, he will champion for that collaboration, including more sister City’s relations to foster unity and economic benefits because even though there are challenges in that country, it is not all the areas and the holds Ghana in high esteem especially when it comes to Education and took the opportunity to also cautioned the industry players to be mindful of their prices to attract customers. In all about 22 individuals and institutions were awarded in four (4 ) categories . The awardees were grateful to GTA and promised to do more.
