John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed skepticism about the Akufo-Addo administration’s claim of constructing over 12,000 kilometers of roads across Ghana.
Speaking during a campaign event in the Bortianor Ngleshie Amanfrom constituency, Mahama questioned the accuracy of this figure, citing a lack of visible evidence to substantiate the government’s assertion.
Mahama vowed that if the NDC returns to power, his administration would conduct an audit to verify the legitimacy of these road construction projects.
He criticized the state of road infrastructure nationwide, arguing that the government’s claims are inconsistent with the conditions on the ground.
Mahama noted that traditional rulers across the country have complained about the poor road network, contradicting the government’s claims.
He sarcastically speculated that perhaps the roads could only be found in President Akufo-Addo’s hometown of Kyebi.
Mahama compared the NPP’s claim to the achievements of previous administrations, including John Agyekum Kufuor’s 3,000 kilometers and the NDC’s 4,700 kilometers.
He emphasized that the NPP’s claim of 12,000 kilometers is dubious, given the widespread complaints about the road network.
Mahama reiterated his commitment to conducting an audit to uncover the truth behind the government’s claims.
He concluded by stating that the audit would reveal where the funds allocated for the supposed 12,000 kilometers of roads have gone, as the roads themselves are nowhere to be found.
