Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Forson has revealed that GH¢13.85 billion has been allocated for the Big Push Programme.
This is a major infrastructure initiative aimed at driving economic growth and development across the country.
The program will focus on key projects that enhance transportation, energy, and social infrastructure.
During the budget presentation on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, he said the government has allocated GH¢292.4 million to commence the distribution of free sanitary pads to female students in primary and secondary schools.
The initiative is aimed at promoting menstrual hygiene and ensuring that female students can attend school without interruptions.
The government has also allocated GH¢242.5 million to support victims of the Akosombo dam spillage.
Additionally, an amount of GH¢200 million has been set aside to assist victims of the tidal wave disaster that recently displaced residents of Agavedzi and surrounding communities in the Ketu South constituency.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghan
