THE Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development has awarded a $4.2 million contract to the North Sophia Community Development Council for the construction of the community centre’s fence.
At the signing ceremony held at the Community Centre on Friday, Minister within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Anand Persaud, encouraged residents to collaboratively devise programmes that will see further development of the community.

“I want you to promise me that North Sophia can be the best part of Sophia, of all of Sophia. I pledge once again that I will try my utmost best [sic] to support you all,” the minister reassured.
Minister Kwame McCoy, who holds responsibility for Public Affairs, underscored the government’s dedication to the development and employment of North Sophia residents.

“We have worked in many ways, not only to demonstrate our commitment and investment in the community through public infrastructure like this facility, but also to engage our young people and residents in training programmes offered by the government, facilitating job opportunities and fostering growth in North Sophia,” Minister McCoy stated.

Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond, praised the residents for the quality execution of the project, which has created contractual opportunities for gainful employment.
“You have done a beautiful job, and now we can identify you for larger, national projects,” Minister Walrond explained.
The event was also attended by Permanent Secretary of the Local Government Ministry, Miguel Choo-Kang, and chairperson of the Sophia Community Development Council, Uriah France. (DPI)