Mahama orders use of quality materials in Ofankor–Nsawam road project
President John Dramani Mahama has directed Maripoma Enterprise Limited, the contractors working on the Ofankor–Nsawam road project, to prioritise the use of high-quality materials and accelerate progress on the long-delayed construction.
The directive came during a working visit to the project site on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, where Mr. Mahama was accompanied by the Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Agbodza.
The Ofankor–Nsawam project, which had been suspended for four months due to alleged non-payment issues, resumed in April 2025.
Addressing the contractors, President Mahama emphasised the need for both speed and durability.
“As the government commits to paying you well, you too must commit to moving faster on the road and also use quality materials. One of the major problems with road contractors in this country is the quality of materials.
He further challenged the company to live up to its international reputation.
“You build the road, and after a short while, the road starts to deteriorate. Your company is one of the world’s most well-known contracting companies. We hope that this will be a mark of the quality of your brand,” he said.
In response, Ing. Kwabena Bimpong, Chief Resident Engineer for the Rehabilitation of the Ofankor–Nsawam Dual Carriage Road, assured the president that the project remains on schedule and is expected to be completed by the end of the second quarter of 2026.
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