The National Chairman of Ghana's National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has praised the government for its significant investment in road infrastructure in the Bono Region. Speaking at the 4th Bono Regional Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards on September 19, 2026, Mr Asiedu Nketiah highlighted the importance of these projects for the region's agricultural economy. He noted that the government's commitment to development is evident in the considerable activity in infrastructure across the country.
According to Mr Asiedu Nketiah, the economy is showing signs of recovery after years of severe economic instability. The economy grew by 6 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, and inflation stood at 5 per cent in August. He attributed this growth to the government's efforts to restore urgency to its work and accelerate development across the country. Mr Asiedu Nketiah also commended President John Dramani Mahama for his role in inspecting projects and putting pressure on implementers.
The government has committed approximately GHC14.12 billion to road projects covering about 252 kilometres in the Bono Region. Some of the notable projects include the Jinijini-Sampa corridor, Wenchi-Nsawkaw-Debibi-Sampa, Berekum-Seikwa, and the Sunyani Outer Ring Road. Mr Asiedu Nketiah emphasized that these investments are critical for the region's agricultural economy, as they will reduce transportation costs and increase the value of produce for farmers.
Mr Asiedu Nketiah also highlighted the importance of timely project completion. He noted that Ghana has lost too much time through delays, and that a serious country cannot start afresh every four years. He praised President Mahama for personally inspecting projects and putting pressure on implementers to ensure that projects are completed on schedule.
The NDC Chairman cautioned against the political culture of abandoning projects started by previous governments. He urged the government to think beyond construction to value addition, particularly processing, storage, and market access for agricultural produce in Bono. This, he believes, will help to increase the economic benefits of the region's agricultural sector.
Mr Asiedu Nketiah's comments were made in his capacity as Special Guest of Honour at the 4th Bono Regional Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards. The event provided a platform for him to share his thoughts on the government's development efforts and their impact on the region. He also commended the Ghana Journalists Association for its role in promoting journalism and accountability in the country.
The article was reported by Eric Mensah-Ayettey, News Editor for 3News, with over 25 years of experience in journalism. He is also a published author and has served as a journalist for several years. The report highlights the government's efforts to invest in infrastructure and accelerate development in the Bono Region.
Key points
- The government has committed GHC14.12 billion to road projects in the Bono Region.
- The economy grew by 6 per cent in the second quarter of 2026.
- Mr Asiedu Nketiah commended President Mahama for his role in inspecting projects and putting pressure on implementers.
