Agbodza Inaugurates 15-Member Road Maintenance Trust Fund Board to Drive Infrastructure Upgrade

​Ghana’s Minister of Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Governs Agbodza, has officially sworn in a 15-member Board of Trustees for the Road Maintenance Trust Fund. The inauguration marks a strategic step toward strengthening the management, rehabilitation, and preservation of the country’s expanding road network. Tasked with driving effective leadership, the new board is expected to oversee the prudent allocation of financial resources to ensure sustainable road upkeep nationwide.

​Addressing the newly constituted board during the swearing-in ceremony, Hon. Agbodza emphasized the vital role of integrity, commitment, and fiscal discipline in executing their mandate. He charged the trustees to prioritize efficient resource utilization and adopt sustainable maintenance practices, highlighting that standardizing routine road care is essential to improving overall road conditions, reducing transit times, and safeguarding public safety across all regions.

​In his acceptance speech, the newly appointed Chairperson of the Board, Mr. Gabriel Opoku-Asare, reaffirmed the trustees' commitment to supporting the national development agenda. He underscored that a robust, well-maintained road network serves as a foundational pillar for the successful implementation of the government’s Reset Agenda, facilitating seamless trade, mobility, and regional economic integration.

​Mr. Opoku-Asare assured the public that the Board would operate under strict principles of accountability, transparency, and value for money. He further noted that the trustees intend to actively cultivate strong partnerships with industry stakeholders, civil society, and engineering bodies to introduce innovative, long-term solutions for road infrastructure maintenance.

​The newly inaugurated 15-member board comprises experts drawn from engineering, law, civil society, and public administration. This diverse pool of professional expertise positions the Board of Trustees to effectively navigate complex infrastructure challenges, deliver value on public investments, and maintain the nation’s road assets for years to come.