President John Dramani Mahama has hinted that more road projects could be allocated to the contractor executing the Wa-Bolgatanga road after the completion of the ongoing project.
The President praised the contractor for its experience and track record in delivering major road projects in Ghana, particularly in the Upper West Region.
He made the remarks when he inspected ongoing works on the Wa-Han road during the first day of his two-day Resetting Ghana Tour of the Upper West Region.
Describing the contractor as one of the oldest contracting firms in the country, President Mahama said its work over the years had given government confidence in its ability to execute major infrastructure projects.
He recalled that the company had previously undertaken the Wa-Bole-Bamboi road and several other road projects in the Upper West Region.
President Mahama said the government is committed to ensuring that road projects were delivered to the required quality standards and within the planned implementation periods.
He expressed satisfaction with the progress of the Wa-Bolgatanga project and said he was confident that the contractor would deliver a quality road.
The President said the road was particularly important because it connects the Upper West Regional capital, Wa, to Bolgatanga, the capital of the Upper East Region.
He recalled travelling on the road as a young child and said the poor condition of the route had persisted for many years, creating the perception among some residents that the road might never be completed.
President Mahama expressed optimism that the situation would change significantly, predicting that motorists would have a comfortable journey between the two regional capitals by the end of 2027.
He also disclosed that the completed road would be sealed with asphalt after the double surface dressing, a measure he said would ensure durability.
According to him, the improved road would have a lifespan of at least 20 years and require only minimal maintenance.
The President said the project was part of the broader Big Push programme, under which government is prioritising major trunk roads before progressively tackling feeder roads across the country.
Story by: Emmanuel Romeo Tetteh(#RomeoWrites✍️)/ Presidential Affairs Correspondent | Ghana 🇬🇭