The government has committed 100 per cent of the 2027 allocation for its flagship Big Push road projects exclusively to road infrastructure, promising sustained funding for ongoing highway and feeder road construction across the country.
The commitment, announced ahead of the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson today, Thursday, November 12, marks the third consecutive year of dedicated funding for the initiative.
Under the arrangement, every cedi allocated to the Big Push programme in 2027 will be directed towards road construction and the completion of ongoing projects, rather than being diverted to other sectors.
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The government’s decision is aimed at ensuring that contractors already mobilised on construction sites receive consistent payments to complete their assigned projects.
The 2027 funding commitment is expected to strengthen the implementation of the government’s flagship road infrastructure programme, with particular emphasis on completing projects already underway.
The Ministry of Finance is seeking to avoid spreading available infrastructure resources across competing priorities, a situation that has previously contributed to delays and unfinished projects.
By ring-fencing the Big Push allocation, the government intends to provide more predictable funding for contractors and ensure that existing construction commitments are honoured.
The allocation will also support commitment authorisations for active road projects nationwide, providing a financial framework for continued construction during the 2027 fiscal year.
As part of the government’s accountability measures, Dr Ato Forson is expected to provide Parliament with a breakdown of expenditure under the Big Push programme in 2026.
The presentation is expected to outline how much has been spent so far, the status of ongoing projects and the fresh allocations earmarked for 2027.
The expenditure details will provide Parliament and the public with an opportunity to assess the programme’s implementation and determine whether the resources allocated are translating into completed infrastructure.
The commitment to full allocation of the Big Push funds also places greater responsibility on the Ministry of Finance and implementing agencies to ensure transparency, effective contract management and value for money.
The government’s continued investment in Big Push road projects is expected to improve transportation links between farming communities, commercial centres and major economic hubs.