At the Awubia Festival held on Monday at Awutu Beraku, Vice President Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia took the opportunity to set the record straight regarding the ongoing Kasoa-Winneba Road project, directly addressing false claims made by the NDC Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya West, Gisella Abgotui-Tetteh.
In his address to the festival attendees, the Vice President exposed what he described as consistent misinformation by the MP, who has repeatedly asserted that the Kasoa-Winneba Road is an ECOWAS project.
Vice President Bawumia clarified the origins and funding of the Kasoa-Winneba Road project, emphasizing that it is fully funded by the Government of Ghana and is not, as claimed by the MP, an ECOWAS project. He provided a detailed explanation of the project’s background, stating, “President Akufo-Addo put me in charge of the Critical Roads Committee, where we agreed that the government would prioritize the construction of some key critical roads in the country, such as the Adenta to Dodowa Road and the Kasoa-Bawjiase Road.” He underscored that the project is being fully financed by the Government of Ghana at a cost of $195 million.
Dr. Bawumia further elaborated on the government’s commitment to improving the country’s road infrastructure, which he described as essential for boosting economic activity and connecting communities. “The Kasoa-Winneba Road Project is a Government Project and not any ECOWAS Project; let no one lie about that,” he stated emphatically, to the applause of the festival audience. This direct statement was aimed at dispelling any confusion or misinformation regarding the source of funding and the responsibility for the project.
The Vice President’s remarks came as a response to a series of claims made by Gisella Abgotui-Tetteh, who had consistently told her constituents and the public that the Kasoa-Winneba Road was being funded and executed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). These claims, according to Dr. Bawumia, were not only false but also misleading, designed to undermine the efforts of the current government in addressing critical infrastructure needs across the country.
In his address, Dr. Bawumia highlighted the significance of the Kasoa-Winneba Road project as part of a broader government strategy to enhance the country’s road network. He pointed out that this project is critical for easing traffic congestion, reducing travel time, and improving access to markets and services, which in turn would drive economic growth and development in the region. He reiterated that the government is committed to ensuring that such key infrastructure projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
The Vice President’s statements were met with approval from the festival attendees, many of whom expressed frustration at what they perceived as attempts to politicize infrastructure development. The Awubia Festival, an important cultural event in the Central Region, provided the perfect platform for the Vice President to address these concerns directly and assure the people of the government’s unwavering commitment to development.
By clearly stating the facts and providing transparency regarding the Kasoa-Winneba Road project, Vice President Bawumia reaffirmed the government’s dedication to factual communication and accountability. He encouraged the public to seek out accurate information and to be wary of political propaganda aimed at distorting the truth. His statements were a stark reminder of the importance of government accountability and transparency in public infrastructure projects.
The Vice President also used the occasion to highlight other critical road projects under the current government’s agenda, emphasizing that infrastructure development remains a top priority for President Akufo-Addo’s administration. The mention of other key road projects, such as the Adenta to Dodowa Road and the Kasoa-Bawjiase Road, underscored the government’s comprehensive approach to improving road infrastructure across the country.
In conclusion, Vice President Bawumia’s address at the Awubia Festival not only clarified the misconceptions surrounding the Kasoa-Winneba Road project but also served to highlight the government’s ongoing commitment to infrastructure development as a cornerstone of its development strategy. By calling out falsehoods and providing clear, factual information, he demonstrated the government’s resolve to maintain transparency and accountability in all its undertakings.