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Road Construction Stalled by Payment Delays, Minister Tells Parliament

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Accra, Ghana – The construction of the Miaso–Asirebuso–Owusukrom feeder road has reached 49% completion but has stalled due to delayed payments to the contractor, Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, informed Parliament today. The Minister provided the update while responding to sector-related questions in the House, highlighting the challenges facing the project.

The Minister also addressed the status of the Besease–Jamasi road, announcing that the Department of Urban Roads has scheduled it for rehabilitation. This work is part of a larger contract covering various roads across the Ejisu Municipality, specifically in areas such as Jamasi, Addientem, Donase, Adako Gyakye–Kwamo, and Bronikrom.

The rehabilitation contract commenced on December 19, 2024, and is expected to be completed by December 18, 2026. The Minister’s statement provides insight into the current state of road infrastructure projects in the region and the government’s plans to address the challenges and complete the ongoing works.

Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO

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