Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has dismissed suggestions that the government’s flagship Big Push road initiative is lagging due to a lack of mobilisation funds.

Speaking during an interview on Channel One TV on Tuesday, December 9, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu clarified that the government’s decision not to issue mobilisation payments was intentional.

He noted that past experiences—where contractors received mobilisation but failed to deliver—necessitated a stricter approach.

According to him, the new system ensures that contractors are paid swiftly once they complete work and submit duly certified certificates.

“We have said that we will not pay mobilisation fees because there have been cases where contractors took mobilisation and did no work. However, if a contractor submits a certificate after executing the job, and it is confirmed to match the actual work done, that certificate will be honoured within 30 days,” he explained.

He stressed that, contrary to claims, the Big Push programme is well resourced and progressing.

The Minister revealed that the government has allocated substantial funding to the initiative, with GHC43 billion committed since the current administration assumed office.

“This year alone, an additional GH¢30 billion has been budgeted for Big Push road projects. Roads remain one of the country’s biggest challenges, and the government is addressing it decisively,” Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said.

He added that the planned expenditure includes GH¢13.9 billion earmarked for 2025 and GH¢30 billion for 2026, underscoring the administration’s “unwavering commitment” to improving Ghana’s road infrastructure.