Ashaiman to Atimpoku: Kwame Governs Agbodza Kicks Off Eastern Roads Inspection

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has officially launched his comprehensive tour of the Eastern region, beginning with a detailed inspection of the vital stretch connecting the Ashaiman Timber Market to the Atimpoku Roundabout. This inaugural assessment marks the start of a broader monitoring effort aimed at evaluating critical arterial links that serve as major trade and transit corridors between the Greater Accra Region and the Eastern and Volta sectors. 

​During the first leg of the tour, the Minister examined the physical condition of the road network, ongoing maintenance works, and key bottleneck areas that regularly impact vehicular flow. Accompanied by highway engineers, regional directors, and local authorities, Mr. Agbodza highlighted the government's resolve to streamline execution timelines and address structural deficiencies along the busy stretch. The corridor is vital for the movement of agricultural produce, timber products, and everyday commuters, making its continuous maintenance essential to the regional economy.

​Interacting with field engineers and contractors on-site, Mr. Agbodza emphasized that the nationwide inspection tours are designed to speed up project execution and ensure compliance with technical standards rather than target contractors unfairly. He reiterated the ministry's commitment to supporting contractors who demonstrate capacity while enforcing strict accountability regarding project deadlines and safety measures. The delegation engaged directly with local community members and motorists to gather real-time feedback on travel conditions along the route. 

​The inspection from Ashaiman Timber Market to the Atimpoku Roundabout sets the operational baseline for the rest of the Minister's Eastern regional tour. As the monitoring exercise progresses to other key feeder and trunk roads across the region, the Ministry of Roads and Highways plans to leverage findings from this first leg to optimize resource allocation, resolve contract bottlenecks, and accelerate ongoing road infrastructure developments.

@Volta Today