The New Vision Movement, headed by Napoleon Toe, has expressed deep concern over “worsening governance, security, and development challenges confronting Grand Kru County.”
In a recently released statement, Toe said, the county has faced critical moments in its history.
He argued that longstanding issues of corruption and underdevelopment have continuously undermined the welfare of locals.
Toe said, public resources intended to improve the lives of residents have not been translated into the level of progress.
He claimed that opportunities for economic growth, infrastructure development, and social advancement have been absent because of “poor leadership and a lack of accountability.”
Toe also voiced concern over reports and public fears surrounding ritualistic killings, and witchcraft-related activities in parts of the county.
Such allegations, he said, have created anxiety among residents.
Toe has meanwhile, called on authorities to strengthen security measures to curtail the reported criminal activities.
“The people deserve to live in a county where safety, development, and justice are not privileges, but guarantees.”
The movement, further argued that the inhabitants become increasingly frustrated with a political culture that prioritizes personal interests over public service.
The time has come for residents to demand greater transparency from elected officials and public administrators.
Toe sharply criticized the performance of Grand Kru Senator Numene T.H. Bartekwa, contending that the county’s current condition does not reflect the aspirations of its people.
He said, the Bartewka’s years in office have “failed to deliver the transformational development many residents had anticipated.”
Toe said, his organization will continue mobilizing inhabitants around a reform agenda centered on accountability, citizen empowerment, and sustainable development.
Grand Kru, Toe said, has entered a new political era, one in which residents are expected to play a more active role, and have demanded responsible leadership that would shape the future of the county.