Gov’t pays GH¢809m for the Pokuase–Nsawam Highway project

The Controller and Accountant General, Kwasi Agyei, has confirmed that government has settled all outstanding payments amounting to GH¢809 million for the Pokuase–Nsawam Highway project as of August 4, 2025.

His announcement comes as contractors return to site to resume repair works on the major highway, offering relief to thousands of commuters who have endured weeks of gridlock.

The move also precedes the expiration of a one-week ultimatum issued by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), which had threatened to suspend operations by Wednesday, August 20, if government failed to get the contractor back to work.

Speaking on Peace FM on Monday, August 18, Mr. Agyei disclosed that government had made the payments in three tranches.

“On July 24, we gave part payment; on July 30, another tranche; and on August 4, the final payment. Altogether, we have honoured the request in full, amounting to about GH¢809 million,” he explained.

Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament for Amasaman, Sedem Afenyo, has welcomed the development, expressing confidence that the project will now proceed without further interruptions.

“Some weeks back, we met with the engineer and the three MCEs affected by this road and were assured that action would be taken. I believe the payments have now been made, and with the assurances I’ve received, I hope we do not see the work stalled again,” he said.