By Abdulai Zulkaninu
President John Dramani Mahama expressed gratitude to the Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Adam Mutawakilu, popularly known as Garlus, for his efforts in advancing the Damongo Water Supply Project.
According to the President, access to safe drinking water is a fundamental right and not a privilege. He praised the GWL Managing Director for his swift administrative work on the Damongo Water Project following the signing of the project commitment letter by the Minister for Finance.
Speaking at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Gonjaland Youth Association in Buipe on Sunday, April 5, 2026, President Mahama identified access to safe water as one of the key challenges facing the area and described the Damongo Water Supply Project as a major priority.
“With regards to access to safe water, we know it is a right and not a privilege. I want to thank my younger brother for the very good work he has done; we did not send him to the Ghana Water Company for nothing. He has done all the legwork, and I am happy to announce that just last week, the Minister for Finance signed the commitment letter for the Damongo Water Supply System to start. Garlus, well done, thank you very much,” he stated.
Preliminary work for the Damongo Water Supply Project, including administrative and technical processes at Ghana Water Limited and the relevant ministry, has been completed.
The commitment letter, signed by the Minister for Finance on March 31, 2026, is expected to pave the way for procurement processes and the commencement of physical works later this year.
President Mahama’s commendation was made in the presence of traditional authorities, including the Buipewura Jinapor II, members of the Gonjaland Youth Association, senior government officials, and residents of the area.
The Gonjaland Youth Association holds annual rotational congresses during the Easter period, bringing together members to socialise and deliberate on the future direction of the association. This year’s gathering marked the association’s 50th anniversary.
