Speaking during a live discussion on Onua FM, Brefo reacted to reports that contractors are demanding about 113 million cedis in unpaid road construction bills, with an additional 665 million cedis claimed as accumulated interest on delayed payments.
She openly challenged the credibility of the figures, expressing disbelief over what she described as unusually high and questionable claims from the contractors.
“How dare you claim Ghana owes you 113 million cedis with an interest of 665 million cedis to pay you?” she reportedly questioned during the broadcast, drawing strong reactions from listeners.
According to her, many of the roads constructed by some contractors do not reflect value for money, arguing that several projects deteriorate shortly after completion. She suggested that poor workmanship and the use of substandard materials may be contributing to the quick deterioration of infrastructure across the country.
Brefo further alleged that in some instances, contractors are paid for projects that are not fully completed, leaving communities with unfinished or poorly executed road networks.
She described the situation as worrying and said it raises serious concerns about accountability in public infrastructure spending.
She also questioned the justification for the large interest component included in the claims, arguing that such figures do not match the visible condition of many road projects nationwide.
She also questioned the justification for the large interest component included in the claims, arguing that such figures do not match the visible condition of many road projects nationwide.
In her view, the scale of the interest being demanded appears inconsistent with the quality and durability of the work delivered.
The broadcaster called for stronger oversight and stricter enforcement within Ghana’s road construction sector.
The broadcaster called for stronger oversight and stricter enforcement within Ghana’s road construction sector.
She urged relevant authorities to ensure that contractors adhere to quality standards and are held accountable for delivering durable infrastructure that benefits citizens.
According to her, improved monitoring systems would help reduce wasteful expenditure and ensure that public funds are used more effectively in delivering essential infrastructure across the country.
Her comments have since triggered mixed reactions among the public. While some Ghanaians agree with her concerns about accountability and poor infrastructure quality, others argue that contractors also face real challenges, including delayed government payments that can affect project financing and completion timelines.
The debate has continued online and on radio platforms, with stakeholders calling for greater transparency in how road contracts are managed, as well as clarity on outstanding payments and project execution standards.
According to her, improved monitoring systems would help reduce wasteful expenditure and ensure that public funds are used more effectively in delivering essential infrastructure across the country.
Her comments have since triggered mixed reactions among the public. While some Ghanaians agree with her concerns about accountability and poor infrastructure quality, others argue that contractors also face real challenges, including delayed government payments that can affect project financing and completion timelines.
The debate has continued online and on radio platforms, with stakeholders calling for greater transparency in how road contracts are managed, as well as clarity on outstanding payments and project execution standards.