Speaking publicly on May 5, 2026, the Minister made his position clear: "No contractor is bigger than government. I will terminate you and we meet in court."
The statement came amid growing concerns about the conduct or performance of Maripoma Construction on their assigned projects under the Big Push programme — the government's flagship initiative aimed at accelerating infrastructure development across the country.
Agbodza's message was straightforward. The government holds the authority to engage or disengage any contractor, and no business relationship places a contractor above accountability.
In his view, any contractor that fails to respect the terms of their agreement or the authority of the government risks losing their contract entirely.
The Minister did not mince words. By stating he would take the matter to court if necessary, Agbodza signalled that the government is prepared to pursue formal legal channels rather than allow poor performance or non-compliance to go unaddressed.
This kind of firm public stance from a sector minister sends a broader message to all contractors engaged under government programmes — that public funds come with responsibility, timelines must be respected, and the government will not hesitate to act when standards are not met.
For citizens and stakeholders following Ghana's infrastructure development, the statement reflects a government that is willing to enforce accountability, even at the cost of contract terminations and legal disputes.
Whether Maripoma Construction responds by addressing the concerns raised or contests the matter legally, the ball is now clearly in their court — as the Minister himself indicated it would be.