President John Dramani Mahama has commended Roads and Highways Minister, Governs Kwame Agbodza, for his efforts in keeping contractors on track to deliver projects under the government's Big Push programme. The programme aims to drive infrastructure development in Ghana. During an inspection of the Ntotroso Bridge in the Ahafo Region, President Mahama expressed satisfaction with the progress of work. He was on a two-day Resetting Ghana Tour, which began on October 8, 2026.
The Big Push programme is a government initiative aimed at accelerating infrastructure development in Ghana. President Mahama launched the programme, and it is being implemented by the Ministry of Roads and Highways. The programme involves the construction of roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure across the country. Minister Agbodza has been at the forefront of ensuring that contractors are meeting their deadlines.
President Mahama made the commendation during his inspection of the Ntotroso Bridge, which is one of the projects under the Big Push programme. The bridge, located in the Ahafo Region, is expected to be completed soon. The President expressed confidence that the project would be finished on schedule, thanks to the efforts of Minister Agbodza and his team. He also inspected other projects in the region.
The President's Resetting Ghana Tour is aimed at assessing the progress of various development projects across the country. The tour, which began on October 8, 2026, is also an opportunity for the President to engage with the local communities and interact with stakeholders. During the tour, President Mahama has been inspecting various projects, including roads, bridges, and other infrastructure.
President Mahama also praised Newmont, a mining company, for its collaboration with the government on infrastructure development. He urged other mining companies and large corporate institutions to emulate Newmont's example. The President suggested that partnerships between the government and private companies could be mutually beneficial. Such arrangements could involve joint funding of projects and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
The President emphasized the importance of partnerships between the government and private sector in driving development. He noted that such collaborations could help ensure that communities hosting major investments benefit from the economic activities and resources generated in their areas. President Mahama encouraged other companies to partner with the government to drive development and create jobs.
The Ntotroso Bridge project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, along with most contracts awarded under the Big Push programme. President Mahama expressed confidence that the programme would deliver significant benefits to Ghanaians. The programme is a flagship initiative of the government, aimed at transforming the country's infrastructure landscape. Minister Agbodza's efforts have been instrumental in driving the programme's progress.
Key points
- President Mahama commends Roads Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza for keeping contractors on track.
- The Big Push programme aims to drive infrastructure development in Ghana.
- President Mahama praises Newmont for its collaboration with the government on infrastructure development.
