Mahama pledges completion of Jinijini–Sampa road by 2027

President John Dramani Mahama has assured residents of the Bono Region that the Jinijini–Sampa road will be fully asphalted and completed by 2027.

Speaking during an inspection of ongoing roadwork on Thursday, March 19, 2026, the President acknowledged that the road had faced several challenges over the years but reaffirmed his government’s commitment to completing it.

“This is part of the government’s commitment to improving road infrastructure across the country,” he said, highlighting the importance of the project for local development and regional connectivity.

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, noted that the project is part of the government’s broader “Big Push” infrastructure drive, which has already contributed to employment creation in the region.

“At the last count, almost half a million jobs have been created through the various supply chains of the contractors,” he stated. “Some contractors actually have over 1,000 staff on their operations.”

Agbodza encouraged contractors to prioritise local hiring, stressing that the benefits of the project should extend beyond the construction itself.

“So it is not just a road you are building. You are leaving something in this community that the people will be happy about,” he said, urging firms to recruit carpenters, masons, cooks, and other workers from nearby communities.

The Jinijini–Sampa road is a key transport corridor in the Bono Region, and its completion is expected to improve mobility, facilitate trade, and enhance livelihoods in surrounding areas.

Officials noted that the project is part of a nationwide effort to strengthen road infrastructure, with completed roads expected to boost commerce and connectivity across regions.

Residents of the Bono Region have expressed optimism that the project will bring tangible improvements, easing movement and supporting local development once the road is fully asphalted.

President Mahama and the Minister for Roads and Highways reiterated that the project remains a priority, with government oversight ensuring that timelines and quality standards are met.

The assurance by the President reflects the government’s continued focus on infrastructure development and its potential impact on economic activity and social well-being in the Bono Region.