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Roads Minister announces ‘Tamale Outer Ring Road’ project to Yaa Naa
Roads Minister announces ‘Tamale Outer Ring Road’ project to Yaa Naa
By: Nii Ammui Fio | 2 mins read
Minister for Roads and Highways Kwame Agbodza has announced the government’s plan to undertake the Tamale Outer Ring Road project aimed at boosting economic activities and improving vehicular movement in and around Tamale.
Speaking at the Gbewa Palace during a courtesy call on the Overlord of Dagbon Yaa Naa on Sunday, April 13, Hon. Agbodza made this known and indicated the project aligns with the President's vision to build better and lasting road infrastructure for Ghanaians.
The Minister and his team of engineers are undertaking inspection tour to gather firsthand information on selected key projects to inform strategic decisions on improving the country’s road network.
The Minister later inspected progress on the Daka Bridge at Yendi, the Tamale-Yendi-Tatale road, and the construction of a 60m span Bailey Bridge at Wapuli on the Saboba road.
On his part, the Yaa Naa lauded the government's "Big Push" Initiative, describing it as a catalyst for transforming the country. He encouraged the Minister to foster strong collaboration with stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality road infrastructure nationwide.
During his call on the Yaa Naa, Hon. Agbodza made a personal donation of 500 bags of cement towards the construction of the new Gbewa Palace.
In an unrelated event, Mr Agbodza, has assured the Chief and people of Sissala that government is committed to completing the Wa-Tumu-Bolgatanga road corridor under the ‘Big Push’ Initiative.
“It’s not just a promise; it’s a social contract. President Mahama will ensure the completion of this road corridor before the end of his tenure,” the minister stated.
“Despite all other road projects, President Mahama has selected some key projects which he has classified as the’Mahama Infrastructure Plan’ and this corridor is part of it. This represents his firm social contract with the people of Sissala,” he reiterated.
The sector minister provided this assurance earlier today while leading a team of engineers to inspect the corridor as part of his working tour of the northern sector of the country.
“We are conducting a confirmation inspection tour of all these roads before we commence work on them by June, he noted.
Mr Agbodza encouraged contractors already working on the corridor to expedite their efforts to ensure the road is completed within two years.
“Those contractors who are still on site, keep pushing. You will be the first to be considered for more jobs. We acknowledge that we owe you, and it’s not easy. But keep the faith and continue working as much as you can. We will settle those debts and provide you with more jobs,” he emphasized.
