The Association of Road Contractors has commended the Mahama administration for settling part of the arrears owed to road construction firms, a move expected to fast-track road projects nationwide.

The payments form part of allocations outlined in the 2025 Budget, aimed at reducing outstanding debts and reviving several stalled road projects.

Speaking on the development, the immediate past Chairman of the Association, John Afful, confirmed that a substantial portion of the arrears has already been paid and expressed optimism that government will continue clearing the remaining balances.

He said government had earlier assured contractors of releasing funds to ease the debt burden, and that commitment is now yielding results.

“The Minister of Roads has indicated that over GH¢5 billion has been paid towards outstanding projects, and contractors have been encouraged to return to site. This is a welcome development, and we are already seeing some contractors resume work,” Afful noted.

He also pointed to further interventions by government, revealing that President John Dramani Mahama recently announced the release of GH¢1 billion to contractors, while the Road Fund Board had approximately GH¢2.5 billion available as of the end of December, which is currently being disbursed.

“At least something is being done, and if this trend continues, we will be grateful because the arrears will keep reducing,” he added.

Afful expressed confidence that the ongoing payments will boost contractor morale and enhance the delivery of road projects under the government’s Big Push agenda, ultimately improving road conditions and easing the burden on road users across the country.