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New bridge over River Pra to be commissioned soon

The construction of a new bridge over the River Pra at Twifo Praso in the Twifo Atti Mokwa District of the Central Region has been completed and ready for commissioning.

Date Created : 1/25/2024 12:00:00 AM : Story Author : Irene Kwakye/Ghanadistricts.com

The project also includes the construction of one kilometre asphalt approach roads at both ends of the bridge.

The new bridge replaces the old one, an existing steel truss and concrete railway bridge which was adapted for vehicular use.

The District Chief Executive for the area, Robert Agyemang Nyantakyi, said the project, which was wider than the old bridge would ensure easy access for motorists during an interview with Ghanadistricts.com.

He said the bridge remained a critical infrastructure that would enable many of the communities beyond the River Pra to access the district capital, adding that its completion would boost economic activities.

The bridge has socio-economic relevance to the people and links Praso to major communities, including Assin Fosu and Dunkwa on-Offin, he added.

He said several other smaller communities such as Ateiku, Akyempim and Ayinase that come to trade at Twifo Praso, also use the bridge and gave acknowledgment to the former member of parliament for the area Abraham Juma Odum for being instrumental in ensuring the bridge is done.

He noted that very soon contractors will be on site for the construction of the roads to commence.

He gave the assurance that the assembly would continue to work to accelerate infrastructure development in the area.