President John Dramani Mahama and the Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Governs Agbodza, have commended First Sky Construction Company, a subsidiary of First Sky Group Limited, describing it as one of Ghana’s most exceptional contractors delivering quality infrastructure.
The praise came during the sod-cutting ceremony at Tritrinu in the Volta Region for the redevelopment of the Atimpoku–Asikuma–Anyirawase–Ho–Denu–Aflao Road, a major project under the government’s flagship Big Push initiative.
President Mahama highlighted First Sky’s consistency and track record, noting that the company’s professionalism and commitment to excellence have made it one of the most trusted Ghanaian contractors in the road sector.
He assured Ghanaians that with First Sky leading aspects of the project, communities can expect high standards and timely delivery.
“First Sky is not new to Ghanaians. They have been working in this country for years, and everybody knows the quality of their work. Once they are on this road, we can be confident of a good job. It is in their interest as well, because they have investments along this stretch, and they know that excellence is the only way forward,” the President stated.
Minister Agbodza also praised First Sky for setting an enviable benchmark in Ghana’s construction industry, encouraging other contractors to emulate the company’s professionalism, integrity, and commitment to mentoring young engineers.
He further announced new measures to ensure transparency and accountability in road project execution. Going forward, the Ministry will publicly disclose not only contractors awarded projects but also the beneficial owners of these companies.
“If you do a good job, everyone—including your church members and community—will know you are a contractor of integrity. If you do a bad job, we will hold you accountable. That is why every contractor must now take proper insurance to ensure defective work is corrected at no cost to the state,” the Minister emphasized.
He also linked the Big Push project to the government’s 24-hour economy agenda, urging contractors to create opportunities for young graduates in civil engineering and construction management. By mentoring new graduates, he said, contractors like First Sky can help build Ghana’s next generation of engineers.
The redevelopment of the Atimpoku–Asikuma–Anyirawase–Ho–Denu–Aflao road is expected to transform transportation across the Volta Region and beyond, improving connectivity, trade, and economic activity.
With First Sky Construction at the forefront, both President Mahama and Minister Agbodza expressed confidence that the project will meet expectations and reaffirm the capacity of Ghanaian contractors to deliver world-class standards.
Source: Ivy Setordjie
