The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, engaged in fruitful discussions with the African Development Bank (AfDB) Country Manager, Eyerusalem Fasika. The meeting, held yesterday, focused on strengthening collaboration between Ghana and the AfDB to drive the successful execution of critical road projects nationwide.
Key projects on the agenda included the Eastern Corridor Development Programme Phases 1 and 2, the Dambai Bridge Project, and the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Road Project. The government’s Big Push Initiative, the reintroduction of road tolls, and enhancing road maintenance across the country were also discussed.
Governs Agbodza took the opportunity to appeal for funding support from the AfDB for the reconstruction of the Techiman-Wa road. He expressed his appreciation for the Bank’s continued assistance to Ghana and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to finding sustainable revenue streams for financing road infrastructure.
The AfDB delegation, led by Eyerusalem Fasika, reciprocated by affirming their commitment to supporting Ghana’s road infrastructure development. They emphasized the vital role well-maintained roads play in boosting economic growth and regional trade ¹.
This crucial meeting marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s quest to revamp its road sector, aligning with the government’s vision to reset the road sector for national development.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
