Governance analyst and lecturer Dr. Abiire Awineyesema has expressed optimism about the leadership of newly appointed Bongo District Chief Executive Diana Ayamga, describing her as development-oriented and capable of improving governance and infrastructure in the district.
Speaking during a one-on-one interview with Dreamz FM’s James Nana Tsiquaye, Dr. Awineyesema said the new DCE’s administrative background and commitment to community development position her well to succeed.
He noted that Madam Ayamga’s previous role within the Ghana Education Service had equipped her with experience in administration and document review, qualities he believes are essential for effective district leadership.
“She is a unique person and that is her advantage,” he said. “She is somebody who reviews documents and reads a lot of documents, so she will not have a problem reading any document that comes to the assembly.”
Dr. Awineyesema described the Bongo DCE as a “long-termist” who thinks beyond immediate political gains and focuses on sustainable development.
According to him, Madam Ayamga had already demonstrated commitment to vulnerable groups and education even before her appointment as DCE through donations and support to schools and communities.
He said her early actions after assuming office showed signs of proactive leadership.
“That Friday, I went to the assembly and I saw gravel had been spread on the assembly premises,” he said. “Every rainy season entering the assembly becomes difficult, but she quickly identified the problem and acted.”
Dr. Awineyesema also defended former Bongo DCE Rita Atanga against criticisms that she underperformed during her tenure.
He argued that delays in the release of the District Assemblies Common Fund and the absence of a presiding member for a long period affected development efforts in the district.
According to him, the inability to elect a presiding member was largely the fault of assembly members and not the former DCE.
“The fact that we didn’t have a PM is not her fault,” he said. “It was our fault as assembly members.”
Dr. Awinesema expressed hope that the current DCE would build stronger collaboration with assembly members and technocrats to improve governance and attract development to the district.
