The Public Relations Officer of the BONABOTO Development Group, Stanley Abopam, has described Bolgatanga as one of the most disorganised regional capitals in Ghana in terms of road infrastructure.
Speaking on BlueWavesBreakfastShow on BlueWaves Radio on Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, Mr. Abopam attributed the situation to years of neglect and the absence of strategic planning.
“Bolgatanga remains one of the most disorganised regional capitals in Ghana when it comes to road infrastructure,” he stated, adding that the region lacks a functional road network. “What we have can best be described as an apology of a road system,” he said.
According to him, the deteriorating condition of roads continues to pose significant risks to both motorists and pedestrians, particularly along sections of the Bolgatanga–Bawku–Pulmakom Road.
He singled out the stretch between Kolaa and the Timber Market as especially dangerous. “That portion has virtually become a death zone, where people risk their lives on a daily basis,” he stressed.
Mr. Abopam acknowledged efforts by local authorities, including the Bolgatanga East District Assembly, to address the situation. However, he maintained that such interventions have fallen short of resolving the persistent challenges faced by commuters.
“I have seen attempts by the Regional Minister and the District Chief Executive to intervene, but those efforts have not been sufficient,” he noted.
He further argued that given the severity of infrastructure deficits in the Upper East Region, the area should have been prioritised under the government’s national development agenda.
Mr. Abopam observed that aside from limited works on the Navrongo–Sandema Road and ongoing construction on the Chuchuliga–Chana–Nakong–Tumu Road by Mawums Limited, there is little evidence of major road development in the region.
He contrasted this with the situation in the Ashanti Region, where multiple large-scale infrastructure projects are currently underway.
“In the Ashanti Region, there are several ongoing projects, including major roads and other infrastructure. Yet in the Upper East, where the ruling party secured all 15 parliamentary seats, similar levels of development are yet to be seen,” he said.
Mr. Abopam also expressed concern over delays surrounding the proposed Bolgatanga Airport project, urging authorities to move beyond ceremonial announcements.
“We have heard repeatedly about plans for the President to cut the sod for the airport project. However, what residents want is not just promises, but actual construction to commence,” he emphasised.
Source: BlueWaves Radio 93.7 FM | Maurice Duncan
