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Manhyia South MP demands PPA board minutes on ‘Big Push’ sole-sourcing approvals
April 7, 2026
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Manhyia South MP demands PPA board minutes on ‘Big Push’ sole-sourcing approvals

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Key Points

  • The MP for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has requested Public Procurement Authority (PPA) board minutes concerning sole-sourcing contracts.
  • The request, made via an RTI application, targets over 20 contracts under the government's "Big Push" infrastructure programme, awarded between September and December 2025.
  • Notable contracts include the GHS 1.1 billion Dodowa-Afienya-Dawhenya road and the GHS 708 million Oyibi-Appolonia-Afienya road upgrade.
  • The MP seeks the information in the public interest to promote transparency, accountability, and value for money, in line with Act 989.
  • The "Big Push" initiative has previously drawn criticism for its reliance on sole-sourcing, which critics argue can lead to reduced competition and inflated project costs; the PPA has yet to respond.

Why This Matters

This article is significant for Ghana as it highlights ongoing efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in the allocation of multi-billion-cedi public funds for critical infrastructure projects. Scrutiny of sole-sourcing contracts under the "Big Push" program is crucial for combating corruption, ensuring value for money, and maintaining public trust in government procurement processes. The outcome of this request could influence future public financial management and procurement reforms.

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