- Promises $10B ‘Big Push’ infrastructure drive across Ghana
- Pledges to start Accra–Kumasi Expressway and Greater Kumasi Bypass
- Mahama vows to complete key stalled projects very soon
As part of his post-election ‘Thank You Tour’ of the Ashanti Region, President John Dramani Mahama has renewed his commitment to completing key infrastructure projects, including the Greater Kumasi Bypass and the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, under his flagship ‘Big Push’ initiative.
Speaking on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, President Mahama highlighted the urgent need to ease traffic congestion and improve the movement of goods and people across the country through strategic road infrastructure.
During his visit, the President inspected the Krofrom Market project, which has been stalled since its initiation in 2007. He assured residents that the market would be completed and fully operational by the end of 2026. He also toured the Kumasi Central Market to assess ongoing construction works.
At Kumasi Jubilee Park, President Mahama engaged with constituents and party supporters, pledging to complete a wide range of abandoned or delayed projects in the region. These include:
- Mamponteng Market
- Kejetia Market Phase Two
- Afari Military Hospital
- Komfo Anokye Maternity and Children’s Block
- Sewua Regional Hospital
- Suame Interchange Project
- Boankra Inland Port
- Rehabilitation of Baba Yara Sports Stadium
The President also reiterated his administration’s determination to commence and complete the Greater Kumasi Bypass, a critical component of the $10 billion Big Push Agenda, which aims to close Ghana’s $1.5 billion annual infrastructure deficit over five years.
“The ‘Big Push’ will prioritise strategic infrastructure to unlock Ghana’s productivity. As part of this, we’re set to begin the Greater Kumasi Bypass,” he announced.
He further pledged to reconstruct key roads in the Tepa, Adansi, and Manso areas.
On the highly anticipated Accra–Kumasi Expressway, President Mahama revealed that feasibility and design works are ongoing, with a sod-cutting ceremony expected by early 2025. The expressway is projected to shorten the distance between Accra and Kumasi by 50 kilometres, and is set for completion by the end of his term in 2029.
Addressing environmental concerns, President Mahama took a firm stance on illegal mining, stating that while his government supports legal and responsible mining, it will continue to fight ‘galamsey’ and its destructive effects on Ghana’s environment and water bodies.
“We are not against mining. We are against illegal and irresponsible mining,” he said, reaffirming his commitment to sustainable resource management.
