Farmers in communities along the newly constructed Penyi–Ehi road have expressed joy over the completion of the project, describing it as a major boost to their farming and trading activities.
They said the road, which was previously in a deplorable state, made it difficult to access their farms and transport foodstuffs to market centres. Many residents recalled years of frustration caused by the poor condition of the stretch, which often became impassable during the rainy season.
Work on the Penyi–Ehi road began in 2024 under the previous government and was completed under the leadership of the current administration. The project’s completion has brought relief to several farming communities that depend on the route for the movement of goods and services.
Mr Courage Agbenyo, a farmer from Tadzi, one of the communities along the route, commended both the previous and current governments for their efforts in ensuring the project’s completion. He expressed optimism that other feeder roads linking farming communities and market centres would also receive similar attention soon.
Madam Esiman Kornu, another farmer, recounted the hardships she and her family endured, especially during harvest seasons when transporting produce was nearly impossible due to the poor road conditions. She described the new road as a timely intervention that would help farmers reduce post-harvest losses and reach markets faster.
Some motor riders at Penyi also shared their satisfaction with the improvement, saying the road has eased movement for residents and traders alike. “Now, only a few side works remain for the road to reach full standard, but we are very happy. We hope other roads in the area will also receive similar attention,” said one rider.
Meanwhile, the Ketu North Municipal Chief Executive, Rev. Martin Amenaki, assured residents of Ehi and adjoining communities that additional road projects were being planned to link Ehi to other towns and villages. He reiterated the Assembly’s vision to transform Ehi into a modern, thriving community within Ketu North.
