The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has given the owner of a billboard located within the right-of-way at the Ashaiman Roundabout one week to dismantle the structure ahead of planned flyover construction.
The Minister warned that the government would remove the billboard if the owner fails to comply within the stipulated period, stressing that its presence could obstruct construction activities and affect the contractor’s work schedule.
Mr Agbodza made the announcement during an early-morning inspection of the Ashaiman Timber Market–Atimpoku road project, which is being undertaken by INZAG Germany’s Ghana branch.
During the inspection, the Minister engaged engineers on site about the project’s progress and preparations for the construction of the flyover.
He also urged the contractor to create additional road capacity ahead of the Christmas festivities to minimise traffic congestion and improve the movement of motorists along the corridor.
Mr Agbodza acknowledged the frustrations motorists have experienced due to prolonged traffic delays, noting that the government does not want commuters to spend several hours in traffic during the festive season.
Although he admitted that some level of congestion may persist, he challenged the contractor to improve the current traffic situation and ensure motorists experience better conditions during the Christmas period.
The Minister further appealed to residents and other occupants to stay away from sections of the road already cleared for construction, warning that reclaiming such spaces could trigger further delays.
He acknowledged that the project had suffered significant setbacks but assured that the government was committed to accelerating the works.
The inspection, which commenced at about 5:50 a.m. at the Ashaiman Timber Market, forms part of the Minister’s ongoing monitoring of major road infrastructure projects along the Eastern Corridor.
