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The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Her Excellency, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, together with her team, paid a working visit to the Ministry of Roads and Highways on Wednesday, 11th March 2026 at the conference room of the Ministry.

The visit to the Ministries, according to Alex Percival Segbefia, the Chief of Staff at the office of the Vice President, is aimed at maintaining close engagement with their day-to-day activities.

The Minister of Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Governs Agbodza, in his opening remarks, noted that the visit is the first time a Vice President has called on the Ministry specifically to engage with members of staff on a technical and operational level rather than to simply inaugurate a board.

“Your visit is unique as the First Vice President of the Republic to visit the Ministry and directly engage with Management and Staff and not to inaugurate a Board or cut sod for a project,” he said.

Hon. Agbodza also commended the importance that Government attaches to the development, maintenance, and effective management of Ghana’s road infrastructure. The Minister added that, MRH, together with its implementing agencies; the Ghana Highway Authority, the Department of Urban Roads, and the Department of Feeder Roads continue to work diligently to deliver on Government’s commitment to expand and improve the national road network.

Hon. Kwame Governs Agbodza

“Our efforts are focused not only on increasing the stock of roads but also on ensuring durability, safety, and value for money in the delivery of road infrastructure,” he emphasized.

Her Excellency was taken through a comprehensive technical presentation by Ing. Francis Ahlidza, Director, M&E of MRH.

He highlighted the current "State of Affairs" and the strategic roadmap for 2026. Key highlights included: Infrastructure progress, Routine and Periodic maintenance, Regional connectivity,     Reintroduction of road tolls, Axle load reforms, challenges among other related concerns. 

Ing. Francis Ahlidza, Director, M&E, made the presentation on behalf of the Minister

In response to the presentation, the Vice President acknowledged the warm reception extended to her, recognised the dedication, tolerance and teamwork of management and the entire workforce.  Acknowledging the pressure on the Ministry, Prof. Opoku Agyemang advised management to prioritize safety, value the contribution of all stakeholders, and enhance public education. She added that poor roads were not merely a transportation issue but had broader implications for the overall quality of life.

Her Excellency, Prof Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang

Wrapping up the visit, Hon. Agbodza reaffirmed the commitment of the Ministry and its agencies, and expressed confidence under the leadership of Her Excellency, the Vice President. He called on her office to help address the challenges facing the Ministry, notably the low staff strength, Right of Way Acquisition and Protection, Project delays and Vandalism of road assets.

“We are confident that your insights and leadership will further inspire the Ministry and its agencies to redouble our efforts in delivering safe, reliable, and resilient road infrastructure for the people of Ghana, he concluded.

Ing. Samuel Kwasi Akuaku, Chief Director, MRH

In closing, Ing. Samuel Kwasi Akuaku, the Chief Director of the Ministry, thanked members of staff for their hard work in preparing for the visit and noted that the guidance received from the Vice President would serve as a catalyst for redoubling our efforts in project delivery and performance management.