The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has sworn in the newly constituted Board of the VRA Resettlement Trust Fund, charging members to remain focused on the core mandate for which the Trust was established.
At a brief ceremony, the Minister reminded the Board that the Fund was created to address the needs of communities affected by the operations of the Volta River Authority (VRA), particularly those resettled as a result of hydroelectric projects.
He urged members to ensure that their work delivers tangible improvements in the lives of beneficiary communities.
Mr Jinapor further encouraged the Board to prioritise critical social interventions, including public health, education and sanitation, as well as other pressing needs that directly impact affected communities.
He emphasised the importance of accountability and responsiveness in the stewardship of the Trust’s resources, noting that prudent management would be key to achieving sustainable development outcomes.
The newly sworn-in members of the Board are Halid Abdul Rauf (Chairman); Helen Adjoa Ntoso; Bismark Tetteh Nyarko; Dominic Napare; Joycelyn Tetteh; Dr Seidu Mohammed; and Ing. Samuel Fletcher.
The Minister expressed confidence in the capacity and experience of the members to effectively execute the mandate of the Trust Fund and contribute meaningfully to improving the welfare of resettled communities across the country.
