(In Ghana) Former Minister Sparks Outrage Over Accra, Kumasi Road Remarks

On August 1, 2025, former Roads and Highways Minister Francis Asenso-Boakye faced backlash after urging Parliament to prioritize road construction in “human” areas like Accra and Kumasi. Describing Greater Accra and the Ashanti Region as Ghana’s economic heartbeats, his comments drew sharp criticism from netizens.

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The remarks led to a heated exchange with his successor, Kwame Governs Agbodza, fueling public discontent. Ghanaians online expressed frustration, arguing the statement sidelined other regions, igniting a fiery debate over equitable infrastructure development.

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