The Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Agyei, has confirmed that the government has released a total of GH¢809 million to the contractor handling the Pokuase–Nsawam Highway project as of August 4, 2025.
The announcement comes as construction crews have returned to the site to continue work on the vital roadway, bringing relief to commuters who have faced weeks of intense traffic delays.
This progress also aligns with the approaching deadline of a one-week ultimatum issued by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), which is set to lapse on Wednesday, August 20.
The GPRTU had previously threatened to halt operations if the government failed to ensure the contractor resumed work on the highway.
Speaking on Peace FM on Monday, August 18, Mr. Agyei stated that the government had fulfilled all its financial commitments related to the project.
“We made partial payments on 24th July, followed by another on 30th July, and the final payment was made on 4th August. In total, we have honoured the full amount of GH¢809 million as requested,” he explained.
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