Ministry of Roads and Highways Assures Public That GHA Workers’ Strike Will Not Disrupt Road Projects
Ministry of Roads and Highways Assures Public That GHA Workers’ Strike Will Not Disrupt Road Projects
- Yartey acknowledged that while the strike may raise concerns, the Ministry has implemented measures
- This arrangement, he noted, acts as a safeguard against potential disruptions from GHA staff strikes
- He expressed confidence in the resolution process recommended by the Labour Commission
The Ministry of Roads and Highways has assured the public that the ongoing strike by Ghana Highway Authority (GHA) workers will not impact any road projects across the country.
Ahmed Nasir Yartey, the Ministry’s Public Relations Officer, provided this reassurance during an interview.
Yartey acknowledged that while the strike may raise concerns, the Ministry has implemented measures to ensure that projects continue without interruption.
He explained that most government-funded road projects are managed by independent contractors who operate under binding contracts and are supervised by external consultants.
This arrangement, he noted, acts as a safeguard against potential disruptions from GHA staff strikes, as daily project activities are conducted by private contractors rather than GHA personnel.
He emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to meeting project deadlines and maintaining progress on infrastructure development. “I want to assure you that all ongoing road projects will continue without interruption. We do not expect any road projects to halt. These projects are being undertaken by contractors, often supervised by consultants, and they are bound by strict contracts,” Yartey stated.
However, he also acknowledged the concerns raised by the striking workers and appealed for dialogue and peaceful engagement. Yartey emphasized that resolving the issues amicably would be beneficial for both the Ministry and GHA employees.
He expressed confidence in the resolution process recommended by the Labour Commission, highlighting that constructive dialogue could address the workers’ grievances without compromising the Ministry’s broader infrastructure objectives. “I want to appeal to the union that we are one family, and we should continue our consultations and engagements to find an amicable solution, as stated by the Labour Commission.”
The strike by GHA workers is a response to the government’s refusal to halt the implementation of the controversial National Roads Authority Act, 2024 (Act 1118). Central to the dispute is the demand for the removal of two key officials: Ing. I.K. Mensah, Chairman of the GHA Board, and Ing. Collins B. Donkor, Chief Executive Officer of the National Roads Authority.
