Regional News of Friday, 26 September 2025

Source: Muhammed Faisal Mustapha,Contributor

Zongo Development Fund governing board inaugurated

The Board with the Chief of Staff after their inauguration The Board with the Chief of Staff after their inauguration

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, has inaugurated an eleven-member Governing Board of the Zongo Development Fund (ZoDF) at the Jubilee House.

The ZoDF, established as the government’s frontline agency for accelerating the development of Zongo communities, is expected to drive inclusive policies and initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods and infrastructure in these communities.

Administering the Official Oath and Oath of Secrecy on Friday, September 19, 2025, Debrah urged the new board to work diligently and faithfully to implement the President’s vision for enhanced development in Zongo areas.

Sarki Alhaji Salisu Maude, an accomplished entrepreneur and philanthropist who serves on the board, expressed appreciation to the President for the trust reposed in them.

He assured that members would bring their expertise and commitment to bear in delivering on their mandate.

Other members of the newly inaugurated board include:

Alhaji Halidu Haruna, CEO, Zongo Development Fund

Nelly Mireku, Ministry of Finance

Ahmed Mohammed, ZICDS Secretariat

Konguwura Adamu Seidu Jinkurige, National House of Chiefs

Osumanu Seidu, Office of the National Chief Imam

Chief Alhaji Iddrisu Mohammed, National Council of Zongo Chiefs

Chief Suntaaba Mohammed Ibrahim, National Council of Muslim Chiefs

Reverend Dr. Cyril Gershon Fayose Kwao, Christian Council of Ghana

Hajia Sherifatu Sulley

Mr Osman Abdullah

The inauguration marks a significant step in the government’s commitment to ensuring inclusive national development through the empowerment of Zongo communities.




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