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President John Dramani Mahama has issued a directive for the immediate improvement and enhancement of principal roads across all regional capitals in Ghana. This infrastructure initiative is strategically timed to prepare the country for the 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations scheduled for March 2027. The move aims to ensure that major urban centers are in prime condition to host national milestone festivities while improving general transportation for residents.
The announcement was made by the Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, during an official tour of the Ahafo Region. Minister Agbodza revealed that the facelift project will begin with specific road networks in Goaso, the Ahafo regional capital. This initial phase serves as the starting point for a broader national effort to upgrade urban infrastructure. While the full list of roads targeted for improvement has not yet been released, the ministry is focusing on high-traffic arteries that define the character of the regional seats of government.
The directive emphasizes the importance of regional balance in the administration's infrastructure agenda. By prioritizing the capitals of all sixteen regions, the government seeks to ensure that the 70th anniversary is celebrated with a sense of nationwide renewal. The Ministry of Roads and Highways is expected to collaborate closely with local authorities to identify the most critical sections of the road networks that require urgent attention, including resurfacing, drainage improvements, and general aesthetic enhancements.
As preparations for the 2027 anniversary intensify, these roadworks represent the first visible steps in a multi-sectoral planning process for the national event. The government intends for these upgrades to provide lasting benefits beyond the period of the celebrations, facilitating smoother local transportation and boosting economic activity in the regional hubs. Further details regarding the budget allocation and specific timelines for each regional capital are anticipated following the completion of the preliminary assessment phase currently underway.