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Big Push sole-sourced contracts: Roads Minister must resign or be sacked – Dr Bomfeh
March 30, 2026
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Big Push sole-sourced contracts: Roads Minister must resign or be sacked – Dr Bomfeh

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Key Points

  • A UPSA lecturer, Dr Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr, has called for the resignation or dismissal of the Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza.
  • The call stems from concerns over the extensive use of sole-sourced contracts under the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme.
  • Dr Bomfeh highlighted the Minister's past statements against sole sourcing, questioning consistency and credibility, and suggested a commission of inquiry.
  • The Fourth Estate report alleged 81 sole-sourced contracts worth over GHS73 billion were awarded in seven months, raising concerns about cost inflation.
  • Minister Agbodza has denied any wrongdoing, stating all contracts complied with the Public Procurement Act and details are publicly available.

Why This Matters

This situation is significant for Ghana as it directly questions the integrity and transparency of public procurement practices, particularly in major infrastructure projects. Allegations of sole-sourcing and potential cost inflation can erode public trust in government, impact the efficient use of taxpayer money, and potentially hinder sustainable development if funds are mismanaged or projects are not executed optimally. It highlights ongoing challenges in ensuring accountability in public office.

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