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  "id": 2623220,
  "title": "Big Push: Upper West MPs inspect N12 works, optimistic improved roads will curb robberies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/big-push-upper-west-mps-inspect-n12-works-optimistic-improved-roads",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-22T18:15:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/big-push-upper-west-mps-inspect-n12-works-optimistic-improved-roads-will-curb-robberies/"
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  "account": "The Upper West Parliamentary Caucus, led by Dr Sebastian Sandaare, recently toured the N12 Bole-Sawla-Wa highway to inspect ongoing works as part of the government's Big Push programme. Joined by Upper West Regional Minister Charles Lwanga Puozuing and the Regional Security Council, the delegation examined sections of the highway at Tuna, Kulmasa, and Gindabuo. The inspection revealed progress in road clearing, drainage works, repairs to damaged sections, and asphalt work. Regional Minister Puozuing expressed satisfaction with the level of activity, praising the contractor and urging them to expedite the project to complete it ahead of schedule before the end of 2028 or January 6, 2029. The involvement of REGSEC officials aimed to ensure security for contractors working around the clock. Melpuoma Limited's Site Manager, Samuel Asante, reported that workers were actively engaged, with some performing tasks late into the night. Wa West MP and former police officer Supt. (Rtd) Peter Lanchene Toobu highlighted the link between road infrastructure, employment, and security, stating that the Big Push programme was turning Ghana into a construction site. Additionally, he noted that the project could help reduce crime by keeping young people employed. Wa East MP Dr Godfred Seidu Jasaw suggested converting gravel pits created during construction into dugouts for livestock water during the dry season and commended the employment opportunities generated by the project. Dr Sandaare emphasized the need for continued monitoring to ensure the contractor maintains momentum, with the ultimate goal of significantly reducing travel times between the Upper West Region and Accra by 2028.",
  "summary": "The Upper West Parliamentary Caucus, led by its leader, Daffiama-Bussie-Issa MP Dr Sebastian Sandaare, has inspected ongoing works on the N12 Bole-Sawla-Wa highway as part of a tour of projects under the government’s Big Push programme. The delegation, joined by Upper West Regional Minister Charles Lwanga Puozuing and the Regional Security Council (REGSEC), visited sections […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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