The Ministry of Roads and Highways has initiated steps to recover approximately US$30 million paid to an Indian construction firm, JMC Projects, after the company allegedly abandoned a major road project despite receiving a substantial mobilisation fee.
According to the Roads Minister, the amount formed part of an upfront payment made to the contractor under a larger road construction agreement valued at about US$158 million.
However, the contractor is reported to have failed to execute the project as agreed, with officials indicating that little to no work was completed on site.
Describing the development as “unfortunate,” the Minister revealed that the government is working closely with the Attorney-General’s Department to pursue legal action aimed at retrieving the funds.
The move is part of efforts to protect public resources and ensure accountability in the execution of state-funded infrastructure projects.
The project in question is believed to be linked to a key road corridor in northern Ghana, a stretch considered critical for improving transportation, trade, and connectivity in the region.
Its abandonment has raised concerns among stakeholders and residents who continue to endure poor road conditions.
The Ministry has assured the public that steps will be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Government is expected to provide further updates as legal proceedings progress.
