During his ongoing Thank You Tour, President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his administration’s strong commitment to improving road infrastructure across the North East Region, pledging to enhance connectivity that will unlock the area’s vast economic potential.
Speaking at a durbar in Nalerigu, the regional capital, President Mahama highlighted the critical role that quality roads play in socio-economic development, particularly in linking towns and villages to larger markets and services. He acknowledged the long-standing challenges the region has faced due to poor road networks and assured that this would soon change.
“With four years remaining in office, I am determined that the North East Region will boast some of the best road networks in Ghana,” the President declared, underscoring infrastructure development as a top priority in the 2025 national budget.
President Mahama detailed key projects aimed at transforming transportation in the region. Among them is the completion of the Mishio Bridge in West Mamprusi municipality, a strategic gateway expected to open new trade routes connecting the North East to the Upper East, Northern, Savannah, and Upper West Regions. The bridge will facilitate the movement of agricultural goods such as yam, rice, and watermelon, stimulating regional trade and commerce.
He also mentioned ongoing efforts under the Government’s “Big Push” infrastructure initiative, which has earmarked GH₵20 billion for national development projects. The program prioritizes timely payments to contractors to avoid delays, a move President Mahama said would ensure rapid progress on road projects.
Further road upgrades under the Big Push include the Chereponi-Gbintiri-Nakpanduri stretch, Nalerigu-Bunkpurugu road, Wulgu-Yakba road, Nalerigu Town Roads, and the Chereponi-Wapuli-Yendi Road.
The President acknowledged setbacks such as the stalled reconstruction of the Savelugu-Walewale Road, where the initial contractor abandoned the project despite receiving GH₵30 million. He assured that the government is repackaging the project for swift rehabilitation under the Big Push program.
Before the public address, President Mahama held a private meeting with the Overlord of Mamprugu Traditional Area, Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sherigah II, reinforcing the government’s respect for traditional authorities and commitment to inclusive development.
As the government moves to right historical infrastructural imbalances, President Mahama’s roadmap for the North East Region aims to bring lasting improvements that foster economic growth, enhance mobility, and improve the quality of life for its people.
