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Agbodza inaugurates 15-member board to oversee Road Maintenance Trust Fund

Agbodza inaugurates 15-member board to oversee Road Maintenance Trust Fund

Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has inaugurated a 15-member Board of Trustees for the Road Maintenance Trust Fund, charging it to ensure the responsible management of resources allocated for the maintenance and rehabilitation of Ghana’s road network. Chairperson of the Board, Gabriel Opoku-Asare, said an effective road maintenance system would be critical to the successful implementation of the government’s Reset Agenda.

Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has inaugurated a 15-member Board of Trustees for the Road Maintenance Trust Fund, charging it to ensure the responsible management of resources allocated for the maintenance and rehabilitation of Ghana’s road network.

At the inauguration ceremony, Mr Agbodza urged the members to demonstrate commitment, integrity and sound leadership in carrying out their responsibilities.

He stressed the need for prudent resource management and sustainable maintenance practices to improve road conditions across the country.

Chairperson of the Board, Gabriel Opoku-Asare, said an effective road maintenance system would be critical to the successful implementation of the government’s Reset Agenda.

He assured that the Board would prioritise accountability, transparency and value for money in the discharge of its mandate.

The Board brings together professionals from engineering, law and civil society, whose varied expertise is expected to support its work.

Mr Opoku-Asare also pledged to strengthen collaboration with relevant stakeholders and promote sustainable approaches to road maintenance in the public interest.

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