‘My administration has constructed more roads than the combined road infrastructure achievements of the Mills/Mahama era’, President Akufo-Addo has stated.
The President made the remarks at the sod-cutting event for the Anwiankwanta-Ahenema Kokoben Road dualization on Monday, July 15, 2024.
He stated that his administration has managed to construct 12,830 kilometres since 2017.
He noted that the number of road projects undertaken by his government includes asphalt overlays, new construction, bridges, and ongoing interchange projects.
“We have completed 12,830 kilometres of roads since 2017, a stark contrast to the 4,636 kilometres achieved from 2009 to 2016.”
“The progress made sets a high standard and serves as a blueprint for what can be achieved with dedication and strategic planning. Successive governments must ensure sustained investment in infrastructure to address the road deficit and meet the evolving needs of our rapidly growing population,” the president said.
President Akufo-Addo further indicated that contractors working on the Suame interchange project will complete the first phase by the end of 2024.
“The Akufo-Addo government remains focused on its commitment to dualising roads in densely populated areas along our major corridors. A key initiative to demonstrate our dedication to decongesting these vital regions.
The strategic projects we’re initiating such as the dualisation of the Ofankor-Nsawam road, and the Adenta road, are not merely infrastructure projects, it’s also a confirmation of the government’s approach to solving real-life challenges.
“Government is committed to replicate such successful initiatives along other corridors of the region such as Suame Roundabout to Tafo-Pankrono…Another important project in the region is the construction of the Suame Interchange, the project is progressing steadily.
“The overpass on the Offinso road, Anomangye-Magazine road, Abusuakurowa, as well as 15 kilometres of the road around Suame roundabout are some 40% complete. It is programmed that these overpasses will be successfully completed before the end of this year.”
By: Rainbowradioonline com/Ghana
