Takpo-Nyuori residents appeal for permanent bridge in Nadowli-Kaleo

Takpo-Nyuori residents appeal for permanent bridge in Nadowli-Kaleo

Residents of Takpo-Nyuori in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region are calling on the government and local authorities to construct a permanent bridge to replace a fragile makeshift crossing. The current structure, which serves as a vital link for the community, is frequently washed away by rising water levels during the rainy season. This recurrent destruction leaves residents isolated and forced to take long, difficult detours, which significantly hinders their ability to access essential services and markets. The lack of a reliable bridge has severely hampered local economic activities and daily life. Alijatu Salifu, a local trader, highlighted the dangers the current crossing poses, particularly during heavy downpours. She noted that her business suffers as she is often unable to transport goods to market when the makeshift path is submerged or destroyed, threatening her livelihood. Assembly Member Alexis Anzagra further explained that the community has repeatedly attempted to repair the crossing with limited resources, but these efforts are consistently undone by the weather, highlighting that a permanent engineering solution is beyond the community's financial capacity. In response to the growing concerns, the Member of Parliament for Nadowli-Kaleo, Anthony Mwinkaara Sumah, has expressed his willingness to support the construction of a permanent bridge. However, the MP emphasized that a formal technical assessment must first be conducted by the appropriate authorities to determine the project's feasibility and the required technical specifications. Until such an assessment is completed and construction begins, residents continue to navigate the precarious makeshift crossing, hoping for a lasting solution to their perennial transport challenges.