Agbodza tasks Road Maintenance Trust Fund board to ensure prudent resource management

The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has charged the newly inaugurated 15-member Board of Trustees of the Road Maintenance Trust Fund to ensure the prudent management of resources to support road maintenance and rehabilitation across the country.

He urged the board members to demonstrate commitment and integrity in discharging their responsibilities, stressing the need for efficient resource utilisation and sustainable road maintenance practices.

Kwame Agbodza said effective management of the fund was essential to improving the condition of Ghana’s road network.

The Ministry of Roads and Highways announced the inauguration on its official social media page on Monday, November 9.

In his acceptance remarks, the board's chairperson, Gabriel Opoku-Asare, highlighted the importance of a well-maintained road network to the successful implementation of the government's Reset Agenda.

He assured the Minister that the board would uphold accountability, transparency and value for money in managing the fund.

The board is made up of professionals from diverse fields, including engineering, law and civil society, whose expertise is expected to support the effective execution of its mandate.

The board is also expected to strengthen partnerships with stakeholders and promote sustainable approaches to road maintenance in the interest of the public.