The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has launched a scathing criticism against the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), accusing them of deliberately neglecting the Volta Region in the area of road infrastructure during their time in office.
Speaking at a colorful sod-cutting ceremony in Titrinu, Ho, on Tuesday, Hon. Gunu described the NPP as “allergic to road construction in the Volta Region,” insisting that their track record in the region exposed a deep-seated bias and disregard for the welfare of the people.
According to him, successive NPP governments consistently overlooked critical road networks in the Volta Region despite the enormous socio-economic benefits such projects would bring to the area. He noted that bad roads have long impeded agricultural productivity, trade, access to health care, and overall economic growth in the region.
The Minister announced that under President John Dramani Mahama’s visionary “Big Push Project”, major roads across the Volta Region, including the Ho-Aflao stretch, will receive immediate attention. The initiative, he said, demonstrates the NDC government’s commitment to equitable development and inclusion for all regions.
“Today marks a turning point,” Hon. Gunu declared. “Where others turned a blind eye, President Mahama has stepped in with bold interventions. These road projects will not only improve connectivity but also open new opportunities for businesses, farmers, and youth in the Volta Region.”
The sod-cutting ceremony brought together traditional leaders, community members, and party faithful, who hailed the development as long overdue. Chiefs in the area pledged their support and urged the government to ensure timely execution of the projects.
Residents expressed excitement, describing the project as a major relief after years of neglect and hardship. Many noted that improved road networks will reduce travel time, attract investors, and enhance access to markets and social services.
The Big Push Project is one of President Mahama’s flagship initiatives, aimed at driving large-scale infrastructure development across Ghana. For the Volta Region, the road component is expected to transform livelihoods and restore confidence in the government’s commitment to fairness and national balance.
