Stakeholders Begin Consultations on Proposed Bandajuma District
The first stakeholders’ engagement meeting on the proposed establishment of Bandajuma District has concluded in Zimmi, Pujehun District, bringing together traditional authorities, community representatives and other key stakeholders from the affected chiefdoms to discuss the proposal.
The meeting, held at the Zimmi Court Barry on Friday, 30 October 2026, provided a platform for stakeholders to examine the proposed administrative arrangement, express their views and make recommendations on the possible creation of the new district.
Participants came from Tunkia, Langrama, Niawa, Sowa, Wonde, Jaiama, Kabondeh, Pejeh, Barri, Makpele and Soro Gbeima chiefdoms.
Speaking at the engagement, Resident Minister for the Southern Region John Abu said the consultation was intended to bring together traditional authorities, local leaders, community representatives, civil society organisations and other relevant stakeholders to discuss the proposal and share their perspectives.
He noted that the meeting offered participants an opportunity to raise concerns, express their opinions and make recommendations on the proposed district, which, if approved by the relevant authorities, is expected to bring governance and administrative services closer to the people.
Paramount Chief Saffa Tarmu of Makpele Chiefdom, who also serves as Chairman of the Paramount Chiefs in Pujehun District, highlighted the importance of grassroots participation, community consultation and collective decision-making in the process.
He emphasised the need for transparency and inclusiveness, stressing that the interests and concerns of all affected communities should be carefully considered throughout the consultation process.
The proposed establishment of Bandajuma District is expected to require further consultations among communities and relevant government institutions before any final decision is reached.
The conclusion of the first engagement meeting marks an initial step in gathering public views and assessing stakeholders’ perspectives on the proposed administrative arrangement.
The organisers also highlighted the historical significance of Bandajuma, stating that it was among five colonial districts established on 31 January 1808, before the creation of the 12 provincial districts in 1947.
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