President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for the construction of an interconnecting concourse between Terminals 2 and 3 at Accra International Airport, describing the project as a strategic investment to boost efficiency and position Ghana as a leading aviation hub in West Africa.

Speaking at the ceremony, the president said the project forms part of government’s broader plan to expand aviation infrastructure, improve passenger experience and support economic growth.

Passenger traffic at the airport, he noted, has grown significantly — from 1.8 million in 2022 to 2.5 million in 2025 — putting pressure on existing facilities, particularly during peak hours.

To ease congestion, government is repurposing Terminal 2 into a dual-use facility for domestic and international flights and plans to relocate some airlines from Terminal 3.

The new concourse, once completed, will feature five passenger boarding bridges, modern waiting areas, VIP lounges and enhanced service facilities to enable seamless movement between the two terminals.

President Mahama also outlined complementary projects, including a 2,000-car capacity multi-storey car park with retail, dining and hotel facilities at Terminal 3, aimed at easing parking challenges and boosting non-aeronautical revenue.

Beyond Accra, he said government is pursuing new regional airports in Bolgatanga, Wa and Nsuatre, alongside upgrades at Kumasi Airport, including a runway extension and a new air traffic control tower.

He added that new 3D security scanners are being installed at Terminals 2 and 3 to improve screening efficiency, while an e-visa system will soon be launched to simplify travel to Ghana.

The president further disclosed that he will soon receive a roadmap from a taskforce working on re-establishing a national airline, a move he said would create jobs and strengthen Ghana’s position in the aviation sector.

He urged stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of all projects, stressing that Ghana must invest strategically to remain competitive in the region.

“This project marks the beginning of a new phase in Ghana’s aviation development and our ambition to build world-class infrastructure,” he said.