GHC28bn allocated to Big Push to aid infrastructure development - Finance Minister
The government has allocated GH¢28 billion to the Big Push Programme in the 2027 Budget to support infrastructure development and improve connectivity across the country.
The Finance Minister of Ghana, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, announced on Thursday, November 12, that the country's 2027 Budget has allocated GH¢28 billion to the Big Push Programme. This initiative aims to bolster infrastructure development and enhance connectivity throughout the nation. Dr Forson detailed the allocation of funds during his presentation of the budget to Parliament.
A significant portion of the GH¢28 billion is earmarked for the Ghana Market Access and Connectivity Project, with GH¢2 billion designated for this purpose. Additionally, GH¢400 million has been set aside for the commencement of construction on the Volivo Bridge. The government's commitment to improving transportation is evident in the allocation of GH¢724 million to the Ministry of Transport, with GH¢400 million reserved for procuring additional high-occupancy buses and GH¢174 million to further railway development.
Furthermore, GH¢69 million has been allocated for preparatory works towards the establishment of a national airline. The Ministry of Roads and Highways is set to receive GH¢11.3 billion to bolster connections between communities, production centers, and markets. Specific allocations within this sum include GH¢1 billion for improving road infrastructure and GH¢200 million for highway maintenance.
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