According to the minister for roads and highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, the new big push specifically refers to road projects that were not under any prior contract before the current administration took office. These projects were initiated afresh as part of efforts to accelerate infrastructure delivery across the country.
He clarified that the “old Big Push” consists of projects inherited from the previous administration. Unlike past approaches, where some inherited projects were abandoned, the minister said a directive was issued to ensure continuity.
According to the minister, President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized deliberately avoiding the cancellation of ongoing projects, even where challenges exist.
Projects such as the Ofankor road, which had previously attracted public demonstrations due to delays, have now been absorbed into the new big push program. Others include key corridors in Kasoa, Adenta, and Dodowa.
Financial Scope of the Programme
The inherited projects under the “old Big Push” are estimated to cost close to GH¢15 billion. Meanwhile, newly initiated projects under the new big push are projected at approximately GH¢55 billion.
In total, 54 contracts have been awarded under the new big push, alongside 23 inherited projects that have been incorporated into the program, with some of these projects divided into multiple lots to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
Officials indicate that the projects are spread across the country, targeting critical economic routes and urban road networks.
The minister maintains that all projects under both categories are essential to national development and have been prioritized accordingly.
They add that the new big push is designed not only to expand the road network but also to ensure continuity, efficiency, and timely delivery of critical infrastructure across Ghana.
