Some residents of Sa­gnarigu in the Tamale Mu­nicipality of the Northern Region have welcomed with great relief of the successful dredging of the community's only dam, a vital water source.

The project, described by resi­dents as "life-saving," is the result of a collaborative effort involv­ing Traditional Authorities, the Member of Parliament, and the Sagnarigu Municipal Assembly.

When the Ghanaian Times visited the area on Friday, some members of the community, including schoolchildren, elders, and local leaders gathered to witness the moment.

Speaking to the Ghanaian Times, Alhaji Issahaku Mahama, a community elder, recounted the challenges faced over the years, saying, "We've struggled for so long.