The much-anticipated expansion of the Ofankor-Nsawam highway has reached 77% completion, bringing the project closer to transforming travel between Accra and the Eastern Region.
The project, which aims to decongest traffic and improve road safety, has been closely monitored by the Ministry of Roads and Highways and other relevant stakeholders.
The 33.4-kilometre portion of the National Road Six (N6) has been reassigned under the government’s flagship “Big Push” infrastructure initiative.
This was made known when President John Dramani Mahama conducted a working inspection of the project.
Accompanied by the Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, and other ministry officials, Mahama assessed the progress of work.
According to project engineers, major milestones have been achieved, including paving, drainage works, and bridge construction along key sections of the 33.4-kilometre stretch.
Mahama said his visit came exactly 90 days after his last visit in September, during which he promised to return after three months.
“When we came, we met a road that was moving at a snail’s pace, and there were many constraints associated with what was happening. One was the inability to make some demolitions in order to allow the contractor to work.”
“But a major one was non-payments for work done for a very long time,” Mahama recalled.
Speaking on the the proposed Accra-Kumasi Expressway, Mahama said the government was committed to the ongoing project in spite of new landmark road projects started in many parts of the country.
The Accra-Kumasi Expressway has been described as the flagship of the Big Push Infrastructure Programme and the country’s first modern six-lane bi-directional Class A Expressway, stretching 198.7 kilometres.
The expressway would feature eight major interchanges to be located at Accra, Adeiso, Asamankese, Akyem Oda, Ofoase, Lake Bosomtwe, and Kumasi, each designed to ease urban congestion and improve regional connectivity.
There would also be three major bridges over the Birim and Pra Rivers, among others.
The Adawso-Ekye Amanfrom Bridge and related road networks would open the Afram Plains to large-scale commercial agriculture, urgently required to unlock the agricultural and economic potential of the Afram Plains enclave.
The highway expansion is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Ofankor and Nsawam, while also boosting economic activity in the towns along the route.
Local businesses and transport operators have expressed optimism, citing the potential for increased commerce and smoother logistics once the project is completed.
Residents have welcomed the progress but continue to call for timely completion, noting that some sections still require attention to avoid accidents and ensure smooth traffic flow.
Officials have assured the public that efforts are underway to complete the remaining 23% of the project on schedule, emphasising that safety and quality are top priorities.
The Ofankor-Nsawam highway project is part of a broader government initiative to improve infrastructure, ease congestion, and support economic growth across Ghana.
Once completed, the highway is expected to serve as a key artery for commuters, traders, and travelers between Accra and the Eastern Region.
