Buz Stop Boys Cry Out to Ibrahim Mahama for Tools To Clean Ghana’s Streets: “Come to Our Aid, Sir”
- The Buz Stop Boys pleaded for urgent support from philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama to provide essential sanitation equipment
- Kwadwo Sarfo, the group's leader, expressed frustration over the lack of response to a letter they sent to the philanthropist
- Netizens reacted, some urging government intervention while others advised them to put their cleanup efforts on hold
In a heartfelt video that has captured the hearts of many, the Buz Stop Boys, a group of energetic individuals dedicated to cleaning up Ghana's urban spaces, have pleaded for support.
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Kwadwo Sarfo, the leader of the non-profit group, appealed for urgent support from prominent businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama to provide essential equipment for them.
The Buz Stop Boys are known for their tireless efforts in addressing the nation's sanitation challenges. According to Kwadwo, the provision of certain equipment would enhance their effective service and contribution to the nation.
The video shows Kwadwo emerging from a narrow, debris-filled drainage system, clad in a protective suit with gloves. The leader of the group expressed frustration over the lack of response to a letter allegedly sent to Mr. Mahama's office nearly a month ago.
According to him, his team members had been struggling to continue their mission without adequate resources.
In his words:
"We do a lot of philanthropic work around Ghana. What we are asking for is not for personal gain but to be able to solve problems that continue to drown our country in filth."
Buz Stop Boys lobby Ibrahim for resources
The Buz Stop Boys have become a symbol of civic responsibility in Ghana, stepping in where government initiatives have fallen short. Their work is politically non-partisan, focusing solely on realising a vision of a cleaner Ghana, one street at a time.
The appeal to Ibrahim Mahama, founder of Engineers and Planners and a well-known figure in Ghanaian business and philanthropy, emphasises to the locals that with better equipment, they can expand their reach and involve more youth in their initiatives.
"With the little equipment or support, we'll be able to expand our reach and bring a lot of youth on board," Kwadwo asserted.
Watch the video below:
Buz Stop Boys' Ibrahim plea stirs reactions
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video on X.
Many netizens gave their opinion, saying that if the Ghanaian government does not assist in any way, the group would still be applauded for their exemplary work.
Some of the comments are below.
@nanayawamp89846 wrote:
"If the government is not going to support you people, then you people should stop. You have done enough for your country."
@apickiii commented:
"This is a wrong call... It is either the government, YEA man, or you stop bcos u have done a lot for Ghana, and for Ibrahim, he isn’t the mayor of Accra."
@Jesus_isKingly suggested:
"The NPP dems dey do campaign. I believe you could seize this opportunity to ask for their help. They will be willing to support your cause, as it will also help them."
@BlvkLambo said:
"Why not ask the Minister for Roads and Transport?"
@HR_Socialite commented:
"Finally. I thought he was the best person to call on for support, cos he also works with or deals in earthmoving equipment. Next time, cut the secretary part out. You'll never know. Please try and call on the East Legon Executives as an entity. I'm sure they might be interested in helping."
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Wode Maya raises GH₵20k for Buz Stop Boys
YEN.com.gh had reported that four months ago, in April, Ghanaian YouTuber Wode Maya helped raise funds for the Buz Stop Boys.
In a video, the nonprofit group noted that the YouTuber helped them raise GH¢20k through street donations at Okponglo and through a live video.
Many people hailed Wode Maya, while others spoke about the kind gesture and the hard work of the Buz Stop Boys.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
