A heated debate has erupted in Parliament over the Akufo-Addo administration’s road construction record. Apexnewsgh reports
Former Minister for Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has dismissed allegations by Kwame Governs Agbodza, the Minister-designate for Roads and Highways, that the administration constructed only 673 kilometres of new roads during its eight-year tenure.
Asenso-Boakye presented a robust defense of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government’s achievements, citing a total of 13,624 kilometres of roads built between 2017 and 2025, as documented in the transition report. This figure, he emphasized, far surpasses the 4,630 kilometres constructed by the previous government in eight years.
Asenso-Boakye criticized Agbodza for focusing solely on new road construction, arguing that this presents a skewed narrative of the NPP government’s achievements. He highlighted the significance of road infrastructure improvements, including:
Asphalt Overlays: Major urban centers, such as Accra, Kumasi, Sunyani, and Takoradi, saw significant road quality improvements.
Gravel Roads: Approximately 6,000 kilometres of gravel roads were completed, particularly benefiting rural areas.
Reconstruction and Upgrades: 1,665 kilometres of roads were reconstructed or upgraded.
Bridges: 35 bridges were constructed nationwide to improve connectivity.
Asenso-Boakye urged Parliament and the public to acknowledge the broader scope of road infrastructure development under the NPP administration, stressing that maintenance, rehabilitation, and upgrades are essential for a sustainable and resilient road network.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
