The Ministry for Roads and Highways has been directed by President John Dramani Mahama to fast-track the completion of the Maaban-Goaso Highway project.

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The president issued the directive during his “Thank You Tour” in Goaso on Saturday, May 31.

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He noted, “I have directed the Ministry of Roads and Highways to prioritise the completion of the Maaban-Goaso Highway. This is a crucial link for mobility and trade across the region."

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The president revealed plans for rehabilitating urban roads in Goaso, Kenyase, and Acherensua to support urban growth and improve transport safety.

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When completed, the Maaban-Goaso Highway will improve transportation and boost economic activity in the Ahafo Region.

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He indicated that his administration has documented a list of uncompleted projects by the erstwhile government.

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According to him, work on these projects will resume in the coming days.

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“We will not abandon projects that were begun by the past government. We’re here to finish what we started and to build what is needed. We will soon have contractors back at work.

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“We have taken inventory of all abandoned and uncompleted projects by all previous governments,” he said.

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According to the 2025 budget, GH¢5.75 billion is owed by the Road Fund, with an allocation of GH¢2.81 billion programmed for road maintenance. This represents a 155.5% increase from the 2024 allocation of GH¢1.1 billion, underscoring the government’s emphasis on sustaining Ghana’s road network.

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With Ghana’s economy valued at GH¢1.2 trillion, stakeholders are closely monitoring how the government will balance infrastructure expansion with financial obligations.

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