Odeefour Nana Effah Opinamang III, the Chief of Obomeng in the Kwahu Traditional Area is calling on the government to ensure the Kwahu enclave’s inner roads are not left behind in the flagship “Big Push” road infrastructure program.
While acknowledging the significant work done on the primary arteries leading to the ridge, the Chief questioned why an area that serves as a cornerstone of Ghana’s tourism revenue continues to struggle with subpar local infrastructure.
During the opening ceremonies of this year’s Easter festivities, Nana Effah Opinamang III expressed frustration over the disparity between the area’s economic contribution and its local road conditions.
The Kwahu Easter Festival remains one of Ghana’s largest domestic tourism draws, yet the township roads often turn into bottlenecks that stifle the experience for locals and tourists alike.
”Our major roads, especially from Nkawkaw leading to Kwahu, have been fixed already,” Nana Effah Opinamang III noted.
“But we are appealing to the government to fix the township roads for us as well.”
The Chief’s primary request is the inclusion of the Kwahu inner-city network into the “Big Push” road infrastructure program, citing several critical reasons for this urgent intervention.
He noted that the poor state of township roads is the primary cause of the massive traffic jams that paralyze the area during the Easter season.
He stressed that a facelift for the inner roads would enhance the visitor experience and encourage year-round domestic tourism, rather than just a seasonal peak.
Given the high revenue generated through local tourism, the Chief argued that a fair portion should be reinvested into the community’s road infrastructure.
Roads aren’t the only hurdle facing the Obomeng traditional area.
Nana Effah Opinamang III also used the platform to address communication challenges in the area, a modern-day necessity.
The Chief revealed that the area is currently battling significant network issues.
He, therefore, issued a direct appeal to the Ministry of Communications to intervene, noting that stable digital connectivity is essential for both the safety of the festival and the growth of local businesses.
As the 2026 Easter celebrations continue, the Chief’s message serves as a reminder that the “Kwahu experience” is built on more than just the climb up the mountain; it is sustained by the streets and systems within the towns themselves.
For Obomeng and the wider Kwahu enclave, the hope remains that the government’s “Big Push” will finally reach the inner neighborhoods, ensuring the path to Ghana’s premier tourism hub is smooth from start to finish.
By 1960news.com
