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| Hon. Samuel Abu Jinapor |
As we mark the impending five-year milestone since Hon. Samuel Abu Jinapor took office as the Member of Parliament for the Damongo Constituency, his leadership has demonstrated a profound and lasting impact, driving transformative change, enhancing lives, and creating opportunities, while addressing long-standing developmental challenges that previously hindered the constituency's progress.
Prior to his tenure, Damongo grappled with numerous challenges, including a scarcity of jobs, limited access to basic amenities, and inadequate access to vital information. Hon. Abu Jinapor initiated engagement with the constituency as early as 2016, when the NPP was in opposition, vigorously campaigning for the then parliamentary candidate Albert Kasim Dewura.
Following the party's victory in the 2016 general election, he was appointed Deputy Chief of Staff, leveraging this position to extensively lobby for opportunities and development for Damongo. From 2017 to date, his dedication has yielded notable results across key sectors.
JOBS CREATION
One of Hon. Abu Jinapor’s most outstanding achievements are job creation. Over 507 abled young men and women from Damongo have secured well-paying employment through his direct facilitation from 2017 to 2024. Beneficiary institutions include but are not limited to:
1. Ghana Audit Service
2. Ghana Immigration Service
3. Ghana National Fire Service
4. Ghana Police Service
5. Minerals Commission
6. Lands Commission
7. Forestry Commission
8. Ghana Highways Authority
9. Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority
10. Ghana Armed Forces
11. National Intelligence Bureau
12. Various financial institutions
Before his intervention, many youth did not know how to access these opportunities. Hon. Jinapor “opened the eyes” of the constituents and became a bridge to hope for countless families.
SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT DEVELOPMENT
For over a decade, Damongo relied on an old, dusty, and rough football park. Hon. Abu Jinapor changed this narrative by constructing a modern, befitting AstroTurf park in the heart of the town, which now hosts sporting and major social events.
He further provided:
Two additional astro turfs for Larabanga and Busunu (making it three in the constituency)
A volleyball court for Larabanga’s volleyball team
A brand-new community centre for Damongo, ending the old practice where youth disturbed DASS students by using their assembly hall for entertainment programs.
These interventions have greatly boosted sports and youth engagement in the constituency.
HEALTHCARE IMPROVEMENTS
Hon. Abu Jinapor’s impact on health delivery has been outstanding. His contributions include:
1. Three brand new ambulances for Damongo, Larabanga, and Busunu
2. Continuous supply of free anti-snake venom to the West Gonja Hospital since 2018
3. Financial support for the replacement of the faulty X-ray machine at the hospital
4. Construction of CHPS compounds for communities including:
1. Soalepe
2. Kidendelepe
3. Lorto
4. Sor No. 1
5. Broto
And others
These investments have improved emergency response and general healthcare across the constituency.
ENERGY AND ELECTRICITY EXPANSION
Access to electricity has significantly expanded under his leadership. The following communities were connected to the national grid:
1. Soalepe,
2. Abukarikura,
3. Jenzikura
4. Sumpini,
5. Kojope
6. Bidima
7. Langatre
8. Lorto
9. Broto
10. Morgnori
11. Murugu
12. Kananto
13. Kabampe
14. Seyiri
15. Kidendelepe
16. Sor No. 1
17. Sor No. 2
18. Sor No. 3
among others.
Within Damongo, Larabanga, Busunu, and Canteen, many houses existed for more than a decade without electricity. Today, thanks to Hon. Abu Jinapor’s intervention, nearly every home is connected, with more extensions ongoing.
EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT
Hon. Abu Jinapor has supported education at all levels within the constituency:
Support to Senior High Schools
1. Donated a pickup vehicle and a tricycle to Damongo SHS
2. Donated a pickup to Ndewura Jakpa SHS
3. Supported the construction of Ndewura Jakpa SHS's fence wall
4. Drilled a borehole for NDESCO.
5. Continuous provision of logistical support for the newly established Larabanga Islamic SHS.
Support to Education Offices
1. A brand-new pickup for the Municipal GES Office
2. A brand-new pickup for the Savannah Regional Education Office
Construction/Renovation of School Infrastructure
1. School block for Kidendelepe
2. School block for Seyiri
3. 3-unit classroom block at Mempeasem
4. 3-unit classroom block at Sor No. 3
5. 6-unit block for Kabampe
6. Renovation of Yagbum JHS
7. Renovation of Jakpa JHS
8. A new school block for Lorto
9. 3-unit block and teachers’ quarters for Grupe
10. Teachers’ quarters for Murugu
11. Provision of learning materials to pupils
12. 6-unit classroom block at Almanara – Ngabripe
13. 6-unit classroom block for Gbatogbonto
His dedication continues to raise the standard of education in the constituency.
SECURITY SUPPORT
Understanding the importance of security, Hon. Abu Jinapor has:
1. Donated Toyota Hilux pickups to the Ghana Police Service and Ghana Armed Forces in Damongo
2. Constructed a police station and quarters at Larabanga
This has strengthened law enforcement visibility and improved community safety.
WATER AND SANITATION
Access to potable water has been one of the MP’s priorities.
He has:
1. Constructed numerous hand-pump and mechanized boreholes across the constituency
2. Procured a water tanker to supply Damongo during the dry season
3. Facilitated the connection of the Broto Community Water supply to the Damongo reservoir—an important milestone after years of delay
These interventions have drastically reduced water scarcity.
AGRICULTURAL SUPPORT
Every year, farmers receive direct support from Hon. Abu Jinapor, including:
1. Fertilizers
2. Weedicides
3. Wellington boots
4. Cutlasses
5. Tractor ploughing services
These consistent support has strengthened farming activities and improved food security.
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT AND MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE
Hon. Abu Jinapor has shown remarkable commitment to empowering women:
1. Reconstruction of the Damongo Weekly Market (Kurabaso), now one of the best markets in Ghana
2. Construction of a brand-new market at Canteen
3. Establishment of two modern skills training centres for young women (in Kabampe and Yipala)
4. Annual financial and material support to women entrepreneurs
5. In 2024, he donated startup tools for young artisans across the constituency.
DRAINAGE SYSTEMS AND COMMUNITY SAFETY
Communities such as Ngabripe, Alhassankura, Hangaline, and Attributo have long struggled with drainage issues. Hon. Abu Jinapor addressed:
1. The major Ngabripe–Almanara drainage system
2. The Attributo drainage problem
These swift interventions have helped prevent flooding and enhanced community safety.
Hon. Abu Jinapor’s five years as Member of Parliament have been characterized by vision, dedication, and impactful leadership. His work has touched lives across sectors education, health, agriculture, security, youth development, and more. Damongo stands transformed, and his representation continues to bring pride and progress to the constituency.
May the Almighty bless Hon. Abu Jinapor for his unwavering service to Damongo.
By:
Yussif Seidu Arimiyaw
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