Governs Kwame Agbodza warns Rango Construction over road project delays

Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has issued a stern warning to Rango Construction regarding the Bolgatanga-Bawku-Pulmakom road project, cautioning that the firm will be replaced if it continues to delay or abandon the site. The Minister expressed significant dissatisfaction after observing that workers and heavy machinery appeared to have been withdrawn from the site immediately following a high-profile inspection by President John Mahama.

The Minister’s intervention highlights concerns that contractors may be staging activity specifically for official visits rather than maintaining a consistent work schedule. Agbodza made it clear that the government would not tolerate the apparent withdrawal of resources following the President’s departure, describing such practices as unacceptable. He emphasized that the ministry expects sustained progress on the ground rather than temporary displays of activity timed for presidential tours.

The Bolgatanga-Bawku-Pulmakom road serves as a vital economic artery in the Upper East Region, connecting Ghana to its northern neighbors and facilitating the movement of goods and people. Delays on this specific stretch have been a long-standing grievance for local communities. The Minister's ultimatum indicates a shift toward stricter oversight, suggesting that the Ministry of Roads and Highways is prepared to terminate contracts and re-award them to more committed entities if performance does not improve immediately.

This warning comes as the Mahama administration seeks to expedite key infrastructure projects across the country to bolster regional trade. The Ministry is expected to keep a close watch on the site in the coming weeks to verify if Rango Construction has returned to full capacity with the necessary equipment. For residents and commuters in the Upper East Region, the Minister’s stance offers renewed hope that the project will finally move toward completion without further interruptions.