Agbodza moves to clear Ashaiman Roundabout for flyover construction
The Ministry of Roads and Highways is preparing to remove a billboard at the Ashaiman Roundabout after its owners were given seven days to dismantle the structure, which the government says is obstructing work on a major road project.
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza issued the ultimatum during an inspection of the Eastern Corridor, warning that the Ministry would take down the billboard if its operators failed to comply within the stipulated period.
The structure is reportedly occupying part of the right-of-way for the 64.4-kilometre Ashaiman Roundabout–Atimpoku Junction road project, where contractors are expected to construct a flyover. The Minister said its location made it impossible for construction activities at the interchange to proceed as planned.
Mr Agbodza stressed that the government would not allow the billboard to interfere with the contractor’s work, urging its owners to remove it before the deadline expires.
He also cautioned individuals and property owners against encroaching on land reserved for the road project, as construction activities continue along the corridor.
The Ashaiman–Atimpoku project forms part of the Eastern Corridor road development programme. Its planned infrastructure includes a dual carriageway, a flyover at Ashaiman Roundabout, an interchange at Asutsuare Junction, 11 pedestrian footbridges and three river bridges.
The project previously experienced a lengthy suspension before construction resumed in July 2024. In July 2025, the project engineer reported that work had reached 17 per cent completion, with completion then projected for 2027.
The Minister’s latest directive places the billboard’s removal among the immediate requirements for clearing the construction area and avoiding further disruption to the project.
Source: CNR
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