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President
Nana
Addo
Dankwa
Akufo-Addo
presided
has
cut
the
sod
for
the
dualization
of
the
Anwiankwanta-Ahenema
Kokoben
Road
on
Monday
July
15,
2024
as
part
of
efforts
of
the
government
to
enhance
the
road
infrastructure
in
the
Ashanti
Region.
The
sod-cutting
ceremony
marked
the
commencement
of
a
crucial
20-kilometre
project
aimed
at
alleviating
traffic
congestion
and
improving
connectivity
in
the
region.
Addressing
a
gathering
of
local
officials,
residents,
and
stakeholders,
President
Akufo-Addo
emphasized
the
importance
of
the
project,
stating,
“The
dualization
of
the
Anwiankwanta-Ahenema
Kokoben
Road
will
address
the
perennial
congestion
experienced
on
this
road,
which
has
affected
the
movement
of
goods
to
towns
such
as
Ahenema
Kokoben,
Brofoyeduru,
Kotwi,
Trede,
Adjamesu
Dominase,
Ofoase
Kokoben,
Anwiankwanta,
Bekwai,
and
Obuasi.”
The
President
highlighted
that
the
project
is
part
of
a
broader
initiative
to
improve
road
conditions
across
densely
populated
areas.
This
effort
aims
to
reduce
travel
times,
lower
vehicle
operating
costs,
and
enhance
road
safety.
The
dualization
of
the
Anwiankwanta-Ahenema
Kokoben
Road
will
significantly
benefit
local
communities
by
facilitating
smoother
transportation
and
promoting
economic
activities.
The
project
will
be
executed
by
M/S
Kofi
Job
Ltd,
a
reputable
Ghanaian
company,
under
the
supervision
of
the
Ministry
of
Roads
and
Highways
through
the
Ghana
Highway
Authority.
President
Akufo-Addo
urged
the
contractor
to
implement
effective
traffic
management
measures
to
minimize
disruptions
during
the
construction
phase.
“Our
government
remains
committed
to
decongesting
urban
areas
and
improving
the
overall
infrastructure
of
our
nation.
This
project
is
a
testament
to
our
dedication
to
solving
real-life
challenges
and
enhancing
the
quality
of
life
for
Ghanaians,”
the
President
remarked.
The
dualization
of
the
Anwiankwanta-Ahenema
Kokoben
Road
is
expected
to
be
a
transformative
development
for
the
Ashanti
Region,
reflecting
the
government’s
proactive
approach
to
infrastructure
development
and
economic
growth.
The
President
also
outlined
other
significant
road
projects
underway
in
the
region.
These
include
the
dualization
of
the
Ofankor-Nsawam
Road
and
the
Adenta-Dodowa
Road.
These
projects
aim
to
enhance
traffic
flow,
reduce
travel
times,
and
improve
safety
for
motorists.
Additionally,
the
government
is
focused
on
replicating
such
initiatives
along
other
road
corridors
within
the
region,
such
as
the
Suame
Roundabout
to
Tafo
Pankrono,
and
in
other
parts
of
the
country,
such
as
Takoradi
and
Tamale.
Highlighting
the
broader
impact
of
these
infrastructure
projects,
President
Akufo-Addo
noted,
“These
efforts
are
set
to
enhance
significantly
traffic
flow,
cut
down
travel
times,
and,
most
importantly,
improve
road
safety
for
every
Ghanaian.”
The
President’s
commitment
to
road
infrastructure
extends
beyond
the
Ashanti
Region.
He
underscored
the
importance
of
developing
roads
nationwide
to
support
economic
activities
and
improve
the
quality
of
life
for
all
citizens.
He
cited
the
strategic
projects
initiated
by
his
administration,
which
have
brought
about
significant
improvements
in
the
country’s
road
network.
From
2017
to
December
2023,
the
Akufo-Addo
administration
completed
an
impressive
12,830
kilometres
of
roads
nationwide.
This
achievement
includes
various
types
of
road
works,
such
as
asphalt
overlays,
new
constructions,
graveling/re-graveling,
reconstructions,
partial
reconstructions,
rehabilitations,
resealing,
surfacing,
and
the
construction
of
35
bridges.
These
projects
have
enhanced
connectivity,
boosted
economic
activities,
and
improved
the
overall
quality
of
life
for
countless
Ghanaians.
In
his
concluding
remarks,
President
Akufo-Addo
stressed
the
importance
of
continued
investment
in
road
infrastructure
to
address
the
country’s
road
deficit
and
meet
the
evolving
needs
of
the
population.
He
urged
future
governments
to
maintain
the
momentum
and
build
on
the
foundations
laid
by
his
administration.
“The
progress
made
sets
a
high
standard
and
serves
as
a
blueprint
for
what
can
be
achieved
with
dedication
and
strategic
planning.
Successive
governments
must
ensure
sustained
investment
in
infrastructure
to
address
the
road
deficit
and
meet
the
evolving
needs
of
our
rapidly
growing
population,”
the
President
remarked.
As
the
ceremony
concluded,
President
Akufo-Addo
expressed
his
gratitude
to
the
people
of
the
Ashanti
Region
for
their
support
and
patience.
He
assured
them
of
the
government’s
unwavering
commitment
to
delivering
on
its
promises
and
improving
the
region’s
infrastructure.
The
dualization
of
the
Anwiankwanta-Ahenema
Kokoben
Road
stands
as
a
testament
to
this
commitment,
heralding
a
new
era
of
development
and
prosperity
for
the
Ashanti
Region
and
beyond.