Demonstrations don’t start road projects; resources do – Roads Minister tells Dome-Kitase residents
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has told residents of the Dome-Kitase area that demonstrations alone cannot trigger the commencement of road projects.
Kwame Agbodza, the Roads and Highways Minister of Ghana, addressed residents of Dome-Kitase, explaining that demonstrations do not directly lead to the initiation of road projects. The minister emphasized that road construction is contingent upon the availability of financial resources, which can be procured through government revenue or borrowing.
Agbodza made these remarks during a visit to the Kwabenya-Berekuso-Kitase road on September 22, following a protest on August 17 by residents of the Berekuso-Kwabenya enclave. The demonstration, sparked by the poor condition of the roads, highlighted the residents' concerns about the impact on their health, businesses, vehicles, and access to essential services.
Despite acknowledging residents' right to protest, Agbodza clarified that the government's decision to commence work was not directly prompted by the demonstration. He added that the road's significance extends beyond the immediate community, as it connects to parts of Eastern Region and is of national importance. The minister also stressed the need for full mobilization of contractors upon resuming work, cautioning against a "touch and go" approach.
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