Kwakye Ofosu: Big Push Programme Fully Financed and On Track

Government has refuted claims of funding challenges hindering its flagship ‘Big Push’ road initiative. Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, stated the decision to withhold mobilization fees is a deliberate strategy to ensure project delivery.

Speaking on Channel One TV on Tuesday, December 9, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu explained that the new approach is a response to past instances where contractors failed to execute projects after receiving upfront payments.

“We have said that we will not pay mobilisation fees because there have been cases where contractors took mobilisation and did no work. However, if a contractor submits a certificate after executing the job, and it is confirmed to match the actual work done, that certificate will be honoured within 30 days,” he explained.

The Minister emphasized that the ‘Big Push’ programme is adequately funded and progressing as planned. He revealed that the government has already committed GH₵43 billion to the initiative since assuming office.

“This year alone, an additional GH₵30 billion has been budgeted for Big Push road projects. Roads remain one of the country’s biggest challenges, and the government is addressing it decisively,” Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said.

Looking ahead, the government has earmarked GH₵13.9 billion for 2025 and a further GH₵30 billion for 2026, demonstrating its “unwavering commitment” to improving Ghana’s road infrastructure, according to the Minister.

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