The Western North Regional Minister, Wilbert Petty Brentum, has embarked on an inspection of ongoing government projects in the Suaman District of the Region.
The inspection forms part of the Minister’s oversight responsibility to monitor development projects across the region, ensure that projects are progressing as expected, and support the government’s development agenda.
During the inspection, the Minister joined the Suaman District Chief Executive (DCE), Vasco Obour, to commission a six-unit classroom block at Asuopoku.
He also inspected ongoing projects, including CHPS facilities at Kwasuo, Suibo and other communities within the district.
At Dadieso, the Regional Minister inspected the ongoing construction of the 24-hour market project.
Mr. Brentum commended the contractor for the work done so far but expressed concern about the pace of construction compared with similar projects in other districts.
According to him, the contractor is slightly behind schedule and must increase the pace of work to ensure timely completion.
The Minister said the contractor had given an assurance to work continuously to speed up the project. He therefore urged the contractor to work closely with the consultants to improve the pace and quality of work before his next inspection.
He stressed that the government was committed to ensuring value for money on public projects and urged the contractor to honour the commitments made.
The Suaman District DCE, Vasco Obour, said the 24-hour market project has a contract period of one and half years.
He expressed optimism that, considering the work done so far, the project could be completed within the agreed timeframe.
Mr. Obour, however, raised concerns about the safety of workers at the project site.
He directed the contractor to provide the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers to ensure their safety while working on the site.
The DCE further assigned the District Engineer to take responsibility for monitoring safety standards at the project site and ensuring that workers are adequately protected.
The inspection is expected to help identify challenges affecting ongoing projects and ensure that contractors, consultants and relevant authorities take the necessary steps to keep projects on schedule.
By Emmanuel Sowah
