Ghana GoldBod CEO Defends Government’s Sole Sourcing for Road Projects

Ghana GoldBod's CEO Defends Government's Sole Sourcing for Road Projects

The CEO of Ghana GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, has staunchly defended the use of sole sourcing by the government for critical road projects under the Big Push initiative. This comes in response to allegations of procurement malpractice and inflated costs raised by The Fourth Estate, which questioned the transparency of the Big Push Agenda.

Defense Against Allegations

In a statement issued on March 24, 2026, Sammy Gyamfi dismissed claims of abuse, emphasizing that there was “not a scintilla of evidence” to support accusations of wrongdoing. He assured that all contracts awarded through sole sourcing were lawful and had undergone proper approval processes.

Justification for Sole Sourcing.

Gyamfi highlighted the urgency of the road projects, stating that they were crucial and could not afford delays due to lengthy traditional tendering processes. He argued that sole sourcing allowed for timely execution, with all projects receiving necessary Public Procurement Authority (PPA) approval and undergoing Value for Money audits to ensure there were no irregularities.

Addressing Misconceptions.

The CEO addressed misconceptions in media reports, particularly those suggesting the current government misused sole sourcing. He pointed out that some of the projects cited by The Fourth Estate, like the Suame Interchange, Ofankor-Nsawam, and Adenta-Dodowa, were inherited from the previous administration and were not newly awarded but funded under the Big Push programme.

Maintaining Accountability.

Gyamfi reiterated that payments for the projects were strictly based on actual work certified by independent consultants, ensuring accountability. He also noted that while the NDC had criticized unwarranted sole sourcing in the past, they acknowledged that in urgent cases, such as the Big Push projects, sole sourcing was justified and lawful.

Efficiency Over Delays.

Highlighting the inefficiencies of traditional tendering, Gyamfi cited the prolonged timelines of past projects like the Road Toll project, which took over a year due to competitive tendering complexities. He argued that sole sourcing was a necessary measure to avoid similar delays and ensure timely project completion before 2028.

Conclusion.

The statement from Sammy Gyamfi reinforces the government’s stance that sole sourcing can be a legal and transparent method for awarding urgent road projects. By ensuring timely completion while maintaining rigorous accountability measures, the government aims to address the critical infrastructure needs under the Big Push initiative.