Construction on the Jinijini-Sampa Road Project in Ghana's Bono Region has slowed due to theft of gravel and other materials, contractor Rango Construction Limited said Tuesday. The company called on residents to help protect materials need
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One of the suspects, Theophilus Ashon, presented himself as a police officer attached to CID Operations. Checks, however, established that he was not a police officer. A search of him led to the recovery of a Smith & Wesson pistol loaded with six rounds of 9mm ammunition.
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A search of his residence resulted in the recovery of three pump action guns, four pistols, 62 AA and BB cartridges, 54 rounds of 40 calibre ammunition, and other exhibits.
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Mr Felix Agyei, Public Relations Officer of Rango Construction Limited, said the stealing of gravel at some sections of the road was slowing progress on the project, which forms part of the Government rsquo;s ldquo;Big Push rdquo; infrastructur Archive More Headlines Diaspora Newspapers OnAIR Search Big Push: Stealing of materials slows construction work on Jinijini-Sampa Road Project Sun, 18 Oct 2026 Projects & Developments SUN, 18 OCT 2026 Rango Construction Limited, contractors executing the Jinijini-Sampa Road Project in the Berekum West District of the Bono Region, has expressed concern about the theft of construction materials, which is affecting the smooth execution of the project.
Works on the Jinijini-Sampa Road Project in the Berekum West District of the Bono Region has slowed down due to the theft of construction materials. The contractor, Rango Construction Limited, said that the theft of gravel at some sections of the road is slowing down construction activities and could affect the pace at which work progresses if the situation is not addressed.
The Jinijini-Sampa Road Project forms part of the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme, which is aimed at improving road networks and enhancing connectivity across the country. Public Relations Officer of Rango Construction Limited, Felix Agyei, disclosed the concern at a ceremony at Jinijini, where the Berekum West District Assembly presented working tools, equipment and other forms of assistance to 57 Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
Felix Agyei said the theft of materials from sections of the road was creating challenges for the construction team and called on residents in communities along the project corridor to support efforts to protect materials intended for the development of the road. He said the availability and proper management of construction materials were essential to ensuring that work proceeded as planned.
The Jinijini-Sampa Road Project is expected to improve transportation along the corridor, facilitate the movement of people and goods, and support economic activities in the beneficiary communities. Mr Agyei further expressed optimism about the completion of the project, stating that the project was expected to be completed by the end of 2028.
He, however, urged residents to help protect construction materials and other resources being deployed to the site to ensure that the project proceeded without unnecessary setbacks. Explore the world of impactful news with CitiNewsroom on WhatsApp!
Mr Felix Agyei, Public Relations Officer of Rango Construction Limited, said the stealing of gravel at some sections of the road was slowing progress on the project, which forms part of the Government’s “Big Push” infrastructure programme. He made the disclosure at a ceremony at Jinijini, where the Berekum West District Assembly presented working tools and equipment to 57 Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
A total of 43 beneficiaries received GH¢3,000 each in cash, while others were supported with fufu pounding machines, deep freezers, and educational and health assistance. Mr Agyei appealed to residents in communities along the road corridor to remain vigilant and assist in curbing the theft of construction materials.
He also commended key stakeholders, including the Member of Parliament, for their intervention in facilitating the demolition of structures affected by the road project. Mr Agyei said the road project was expected to be completed by the end of 2028.
Earlier, Mr Collins Asomah, the Berekum West District Chief Executive, said the items distributed to the beneficiaries were procured from the District’s share of the second-quarter disbursement of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF). He advised the beneficiaries to utilise the items and financial support for their intended purposes to improve their socio-economic livelihoods.
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