The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has praised the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, for his unprecedented payment of road contractors and service providers.

According to Agbodza, Dr Forson has, in recent months, disbursed more funds to contractors than any other finance minister in Ghana’s history.

Speaking in an interview with the media on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Agbodza said the timely payments had accelerated road construction and maintenance projects across the country.

He emphasised that such financial commitment has a direct impact on project completion and efficiency in the transport sector.

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The Minister for Roads and Highways noted that the finance minister’s proactive approach has helped reduce bottlenecks often caused by delayed funding.

“Dr Ato Forson has, within the last few months, paid road contractors and service providers more than any other Finance Minister in history,” he said, stressing that these actions are vital for national development.

Agbodza further highlighted that the increased funding has boosted contractor confidence and encouraged timely project delivery.

He suggested that this collaborative approach between the Finance Ministry and implementing agencies could serve as a model for other sectors.

Kwame Agbodza added that the record payments reflect the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure and supporting the private sector.

He urged continued efficiency and accountability to ensure that these investments translate into tangible results for citizens.