President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has declared that his government’s road development initiatives are unmatched in Ghana’s history.
Speaking at the launch of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) in Accra on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that the infrastructural advancements under his administration reflect unprecedented efficiency in addressing the country’s needs.
“The developments by my administration are unlike anything Ghana has seen before,” he stated, underscoring the extensive reach and significant impact of these projects on connectivity, economic growth, and the quality of life for many Ghanaians.
Comparing his tenure to that of former presidents John Evans Atta-Mills and John Mahama, President Akufo-Addo highlighted the substantial progress made.
“From 2009 to 2016, during the Mills/Mahama era, our nation completed 4,636 km of road and five interchanges and overpasses,” he noted.
“However, since January 2017 to date, under the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration, we’ve witnessed exceptional improvements in our road networks nationwide. We have successfully completed a total of 12,830 km of roads across the country and added six more interchanges.”
He detailed these accomplishments, including asphalt overlays, new constructions, graveling, re-graveling, reconstructions, rehabilitations, re-sealing, surfacing, and key bridge constructions.
President Akufo-Addo also announced ongoing efforts to enhance the nation’s infrastructure further.
“We are currently working on 10 new interchanges, five of which will be completed by the end of the year, with the remaining five set for completion in 2025,” he revealed.
He stressed the vital role of well-maintained local road networks in Ghana’s development, explaining that improved travel efficiency translates directly into economic benefits.
“This reduction in travel time leads to economic gains as goods can be transported more quickly, services delivered more efficiently, and people can move more freely, boosting productivity and local economies,” he elaborated.
He emphasized the importance of empowering Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCAs) with the resources and equipment necessary for road construction and maintenance, thereby fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility among community leaders and local authorities.
