In a move to ease the growing frustrations of commuters, Ghana’s Roads and Highways Minister, Kwame Agbodza, has issued a directive to contractors working on the Ofankor to Nsawam Junction rehabilitation project to prioritize keeping the road motorable for drivers.
Addressing the media during a site visit on March 5, 2025, Agbodza acknowledged the complaints flooding in from drivers about the deteriorating road conditions and the slow pace of construction. Many have expressed deep frustration over the inconvenience caused by the ongoing work, which has resulted in delays and worsened traffic congestion.
“The road must remain passable for motorists, and we need to ensure that grading and watering are carried out consistently,” Agbodza emphasized, stressing the need for swift relief amid the construction chaos.
The Minister reassured the public that despite the country’s financial challenges, the government is committed to securing the necessary funds to complete the project. He explained that while Ghana’s current fiscal constraints remain a significant hurdle, the President is determined to see this key infrastructure project finished.
“The President is committed to completing all ongoing projects, but this will depend on the fiscal space and financing available,” Agbodza said. “We are fully dedicated to this priority road project, despite the financial challenges.”
However, the project has faced its share of setbacks, with Project Manager Ing. Abdulai Mahama revealing that compensation disputes, utility relocations, and legal battles have delayed progress. One of the major sticking points has been property owners around the Amasaman two-tier interchange, who are contesting the valuation of their properties, further complicating compensation payments.
Additionally, Mahama noted that approximately 80 court cases related to land and compensation issues are currently in the works, contributing to further delays in the project’s completion.
Despite these obstacles, both the government and contractors are determined to overcome these challenges and ensure that the road is fully accessible to commuters as soon as possible.
“We are dealing with compensation disputes and ongoing court cases, but we are committed to resolving these issues,” Mahama assured, remaining hopeful that the road will soon be cleared for smoother travel.
Source:TheDotNews