President Akufo-Addo has asserted that his administration has surpassed the combined road infrastructure achievements of the Mills/Mahama era.
Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony for the dualization of the Anwiankwanta-Ahenema Kokoben Road on Monday, July 15, Akufo-Addo emphasized the scale of road development during his presidency.
“We have completed 12,830 kilometres of roads since 2017, a stark contrast to the 4,636 kilometres achieved from 2009 to 2016,” President Akufo-Addo stated, highlighting the extensive roadworks including asphalt overlays, new constructions, bridges, and ongoing interchange projects.
“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 detailed the various types of road projects undertaken in the Ashanti Region, encompassing asphalt overlays, new constructions, graveling/re-graveling, reconstructions, rehabilitations, and the construction of two bridges at Susanso-Anloga and Kokoso-Bohyen.
He also reaffirmed that contractors working on the Suame interchange project will complete the first phase by the end of 2024 and noted the commencement of work on the main interchange project.
The president reiterated his government’s commitment to the timely completion of the entire project, addressing persistent complaints from motorists.
“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 are undertaking, such as the dualization of the Ofankor-Nsawam road and the Adenta road, go beyond mere infrastructure developments; they underscore the government’s commitment to addressing 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.”