Ministry of Roads and Highways has revealed that government has released Gh¢150 million for pothole patching on roads in Ghana.
According to a press statement released by the Ministry of Roads and Highways, this GH¢150 million is part of the first quarter received from Ministry of Finance.
“The government has released an amount of GHc150 million for the engagement and payment to road contractors undertaking pothole patching across the country.
The amount is part of the first quarter releases from the Ministry of Finance to the Ministry of Roads and Highways,” part of the statement read.
The press statement revealed that with this intervention, the Department of Urban Roads and the Ghana Highways Authority will be able to repair potholes on certain important roads that were badly damaged by heavy rains last year by taking advantage of the dry season.
“The Ministry is hopeful that this timely intervention will result in smoother road surfaces, help reduce the risk of accidents and prolong the lifespan of our road infrastructure.
The Ministry of Roads and Highways wishes to reiterate its commitment to addressing all road network challenges across the country and encourages all to cooperate with the Ministry as we strive to improve the national road network,” it added.
🗞️🚨—PRESS RELEASE: GOVERNMENT RELEASES GHC150 MILLION TO PATCH POTHOLES ACROSS THE COUNTRY | 15th February 2024 pic.twitter.com/wJp04pvRhC
— Ministry of Roads & Highways – Ghana (@mrhgovgh) February 16, 2024