Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has warned that any undue delay exceeding three months on new government-awarded road projects will result in immediate termination of the contract.
The Minister announced that a tougher enforcement mechanism has been embedded into the latest batch of 32 road contracts to curb the chronic delays that have plagued infrastructure delivery in the past.
“Unlike what we’ve seen before, we are now writing directly into the contract terms: if you delay the project for more than three months without a valid reason, the government will terminate it immediately without further notice,” Agbodza said.
Contracts Now Time-Bound and Accountability-Focused
According to the Minister, each project under the new framework will have a fixed 24-month duration, covering everything from initial mobilization to final completion and handover. All necessary commencement certificates have already been secured, and the procurement process is ongoing to select qualified and reliable contractors.
Agbodza emphasized that these new contracts are not just time-bound but come with strict operational requirements, including around-the-clock work schedules where applicable.
“Contractors will be expected to work 24/7. If that’s a problem for any bidder, then don’t bother taking up the contract,” he warned. “We want serious contractors who are ready to deliver not those who start and stall.”
Dambai Bridge Signing May Delay
While most of the 32 contracts are expected to be finalized and signed by the end of August 2025, Agbodza noted that the Dambai Bridge project may face a brief procedural delay.
However, he assured the public that this would not affect the broader timeline for implementation of the national infrastructure rollout.
The upcoming infrastructure works include the rehabilitation, upgrading, and construction of roads and bridges in various parts of the country. The projects aim to improve regional connectivity, support economic activity, and ensure equitable access to transportation infrastructure.
