Ghana’s infrastructure drive is under fresh scrutiny after John Mahama ordered a deeper probe into allegations surrounding contract awards under the government’s ambitious “Big Push” programme.

Speaking at the Jubilee House during a high-level dialogue with civil society groups, President Mahama said his administration has only seen fragments of an investigative report by The Fourth Estate—but is now moving swiftly to get the full picture.
“While we’ve seen snippets, I’ve instructed my office to obtain the complete report and thoroughly study the allegations,” he said, signaling a more deliberate response to mounting public concern.

At the heart of the controversy are claims about the use of sole-sourcing in awarding lucrative infrastructure contracts. President Mahama was quick to point out that such procurement methods are not illegal under Ghanaian law—but stopped short of endorsing them outright.

“Open and competitive tendering remains the gold standard,” he added, emphasizing transparency and value for money as key benchmarks his government intends to uphold.

The “Big Push” programme—designed to accelerate large-scale infrastructure development—has become a centerpiece of the administration’s economic agenda. But the latest revelations have cast a shadow over its execution, drawing attention from watchdog groups and international partners alike.

Mr. Mahama confirmed that the government’s next steps will hinge on both the full investigative findings and an official response from the Ministry of Roads and Highways—setting the stage for what could become a defining test of accountability under his leadership.

Source:TheDotNews