The government of Ghana has announced plans to undertake improvement works on selected ceremonial roads in regional capitals ahead of the country's 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations in March 2027. This was announced by Roads and Highways Minister, Governs Kwame Agbodza, during the President's Resetting Ghana Tour of the Ahafo Region. The planned works are part of activities to mark the anniversary.

According to Minister Agbodza, President John Dramani Mahama has directed the selection of key roads in regional capitals, including those in newly created regions. The selected roads are expected to be improved before the anniversary celebrations. The Minister mentioned Goaso as one of the regional capitals that will benefit from the planned works.

The planned improvements form part of the government's broader efforts to upgrade road infrastructure and improve connectivity across the country. Minister Agbodza assured residents of the Ahafo Region that the government would improve the region's road network significantly. He expressed gratitude for the support given to the President and the party.

The Ahafo Region is one of the newly created regions in Ghana. Minister Agbodza's announcement is seen as a major boost to the region's infrastructure development. The region's road network is expected to be improved on a scale never seen before.

The 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations are scheduled to take place in March 2027. The government's efforts to improve the country's road infrastructure are expected to continue beyond the anniversary celebrations. The planned works are a testament to the government's commitment to improving the lives of Ghanaians.

Minister Agbodza's announcement has been well-received by residents of the Ahafo Region. The region has been experiencing challenges with its road network, and the planned improvements are expected to alleviate these challenges. The government has assured residents that it will deliver on its mandate of improving the road network.

The improvement of ceremonial roads in regional capitals is part of the government's efforts to promote national development. The planned works are expected to be completed before the 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations. The government has demonstrated its commitment to improving Ghana's infrastructure.

Key points

  • The government of Ghana has announced plans to improve ceremonial roads in regional capitals ahead of the country's 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations.
  • The planned works are part of activities to mark the anniversary and are expected to begin before the celebrations.
  • The improvement of ceremonial roads in regional capitals is part of the government's broader efforts to upgrade road infrastructure and improve connectivity across the country.

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