President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commissioned the Flowerpot Interchange at a ceremony in Accra, marking a milestone in Ghana’s infrastructure development. The project aims to ease traffic congestion on the North and South corridors of the Tema Motorway while enhancing urban connectivity and promoting community development.
The Flowerpot Interchange features:
– An 802-meter viaduct extending from the Palace Mall intersection with Martey Tsuru Road to the East Legon Boundary Road.
– Ramps from Shiashie and towards Tema, ensuring seamless connectivity across the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area.
– A newly constructed road through the old East Legon tunnel toward the Airport and from the Giffard Road Overpass through Cantonments.
– Dedicated walkways and cycling lanes, prioritizing safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
– Lay-bys, drainage systems, signage, crash barriers, and urban spaces to improve public transit and community use.
– A 100-car parking area under the viaduct in East Legon to support local activities.
– Two roundabouts featuring fountains and public art celebrating Ghanaian culture.
The project also introduces recreational amenities, including a five-a-side football pitch, basketball courts, and table tennis areas. Essential public service facilities, such as a fire station, police post, and ambulance station, have been added to support the surrounding community.
Urban enhancements under the viaduct include murals, metal fencing, seating areas with thought-provoking art, and an off-street parking facility near the East Legon Police Station to alleviate congestion.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, President Akufo-Addo described the interchange as a “legacy for the future” and a symbol of his administration’s commitment to modern infrastructure.
“This moment is about unveiling a vision for Ghana’s future—one driven by progress, inclusivity, and national pride,” he said.
The Flowerpot Interchange, constructed by China Railway No. 5 Engineering Ghana Limited with Deoke Consult Ltd as consultants, cost GHS 677.8 million and was jointly funded by the Government of Ghana and Afrexim Bank.
President Akufo-Addo urged stakeholders to ensure the long-term maintenance of the interchange, emphasizing its significance in improving daily commutes, fostering economic growth, and enhancing urban life.
