Mahama names 48 Engineer Regiment major sub-contractor for Accra-Kumasi Expressway

President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces will serve as a major sub-contractor on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway project.

The announcement follows the successful completion of a 175.6-kilometre right-of-way clearing exercise by the regiment.

Speaking at a handover ceremony on Monday, September 14, 2026, President Mahama said the decision reflected the government’s confidence in the capabilities of the military engineering unit.

“I direct the Minister of Roads and Highways to incorporate the Ghana Armed Forces Engineers Regiment as a major subcontractor to the main contractor for the expressway,” he said.

175.6km in 19 Weeks: President Mahama to honour GAF Engineers Regiment

The 48 Engineer Regiment completed the right-of-way clearing exercise in 19 weeks, one week ahead of the scheduled 20-week completion period.

President Mahama commended the regiment for its performance, saying the unit’s ability to complete the assignment ahead of schedule demonstrated its efficiency and commitment.

“In 20 weeks, I’m pleased to announce to the whole country Ghana that our armed forces have accomplished this mission. One week ahead of schedule, they did it in 19 weeks,” he said.

President Mahama also directed the regiment to begin preparations for clearing the right-of-way for the proposed New Accra Orbital Road.

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