The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has reportedly granted financial clearance for major construction works on the Samenya–New Town road in the Jomoro Municipality of the Western Region, alongside the planned rehabilitation of the Ankobra Bridge.
The financial clearance is expected to advance the implementation of the two critical road infrastructure projects, which aim to improve transportation, strengthen road connectivity and boost economic activities across Jomoro and surrounding communities.
Following the reported approval, the projects are expected to progress to the next stages of implementation, subject to the necessary procurement procedures, contractual arrangements and administrative requirements.
Samenya–New Town Road Project to Improve Transportation in Jomoro
The 25-kilometre Samenya–New Town road, which runs from Samenya Barrier through Half-Assini to New Town near Ghana’s border with Côte d’Ivoire, is an important transport route for residents, traders, motorists and commercial drivers.
However, the deteriorating condition of the road has reportedly created significant transportation difficulties for residents and other road users, prompting calls for urgent government intervention.
The proposed road construction project is expected to improve travel conditions, reduce transportation challenges and facilitate the movement of passengers and goods throughout the Jomoro Municipality.
The project is also expected to improve access to essential services, including healthcare and other public facilities, while supporting commercial activities and local economic development.
The Member of Parliament for Jomoro, Dorcas Affo-Toofey, alongside traditional leaders, drivers and residents, has faced growing calls for improvements to the area’s road network.
Ankobra Bridge Rehabilitation Expected to Improve Road Safety
In addition to the Samenya–New Town road project, the planned rehabilitation of the Ankobra Bridge is expected to address concerns about the condition of the bridge and improve the safety and efficiency of transportation along the route.
The bridge serves commuters, commercial drivers and other road users who depend on it for daily movement and the transportation of goods.
Residents have previously raised concerns about the bridge’s deteriorating condition and called for urgent repairs to reduce potential safety risks.
The proposed rehabilitation is expected to help improve the reliability of the transport network and support the movement of people and commercial vehicles within the Western Region.
Jomoro Residents Call for Improved Road Infrastructure
The reported financial clearance comes amid increasing demands for investment in road infrastructure across the Jomoro Municipality.
In July 2026, residents appealed for improvements to local roads, citing difficulties with transportation, access to healthcare and the movement of goods and services.
Further concerns were raised in August 2026 over the condition of the Ankobra Bridge, with residents calling for urgent rehabilitation to address potential dangers to motorists and other road users.
The reported approval has therefore raised expectations among residents and stakeholders who have long advocated improved roads and safer transport infrastructure in the municipality.
Road Projects Expected to Boost Local Economic Development
The Samenya–New Town road construction and Ankobra Bridge rehabilitation projects are particularly important to communities whose livelihoods depend on farming, fishing, trading and other commercial activities.
Improved road infrastructure could reduce travel difficulties, facilitate the transportation of agricultural produce and fish to markets, and help businesses move goods more efficiently.
Better transport connectivity could also improve access to social services and strengthen commercial links between communities in the Jomoro Municipality and neighbouring areas, including communities close to the Côte d’Ivoire border.
These potential benefits, however, will depend on the timely implementation and completion of the proposed projects.
Construction Start Date and Project Costs Yet to Be Confirmed
Although the reported financial clearance represents a potential step towards implementation, the specific amount approved, the official commencement date for construction and the timeline for the Ankobra Bridge rehabilitation have not been independently confirmed.
Further details on the contractors, project schedules and implementation arrangements will be important in determining when residents can expect construction activities to begin.
If implemented as planned, the two infrastructure projects could contribute to improved road safety, stronger economic activity and better transportation services across the Jomoro Municipality and surrounding communities.
Source: newsthemegh.com