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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) government would reinstate the road tolls that were eliminated by the previous administration, according to Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate.
He clarified during his vetting session on Monday, January 13, 2025, that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) had made it clear that it intended to reinstate road tolls, a policy that the party’s leadership had pledged.
He emphasized that even though the previous administration had done away with tolls, they had later presented Parliament with a concession deal suggesting that they be reinstated.
In addition, Dr. Ato Forson stressed the value of tolls as a source of funding for maintenance of roads and the necessity of effective and efficient collection methods to guarantee that the money is appropriately distributed for the upkeep and enhancement of the nation’s road network.
“I assure you that we are a party that stands by its word. Whatever we have said, we will deliver. If road tolls are the way to raise revenue, then we will raise revenue. The reality is, if you use the road, you should contribute to its maintenance. This is a practice seen all over the world. Ghana will not be the first, nor the last, to adopt this approach.”
“The previous government indeed removed the road tolls, but as they neared the end of their tenure, they acknowledged the need for tolls to return. They subsequently submitted a concession agreement to Parliament, recommending that the company reintroduce road tolls. The NDC has made it clear that road tolls will be reinstated; we are not shying away from this. In fact, our Majority Leader has already promised to bring back the road tolls, and we are committed to that promise.”
“What is essential now is ensuring that the revenue is collected effectively and efficiently, so that it can be reinvested into the maintenance and improvement of our road infrastructure.”
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
