President John Dramani Mahama has officially broken ground for the construction of an interconnecting concourse between Terminals 2 and 3 at Accra International Airport, initiating a major infrastructure upgrade aimed at easing congestion and reinforcing Ghana’s position as a leading aviation hub in West Africa.
Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony in Accra on Monday, President Mahama stressed that the project is more than ceremonial. He described it as a strategic investment in operational efficiency, passenger experience, and the country’s long-term economic competitiveness.
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The steady rise in passenger traffic — from 1.8 million in 2022 to 2.5 million in 2025 — reflects Ghana’s growing connectivity and increasing appeal as a travel and business destination,” the President said. “But with that growth comes pressure.”
President Mahama acknowledged that while Accra International Airport, formerly Kotoka International Airport, has seen significant improvements in recent years, rising volumes have led to operational bottlenecks, particularly during peak travel periods. He noted that congestion continues to affect key airport services including check-in, security, and baggage handling, and warned that without urgent intervention, the strain could undermine service quality and Ghana’s reputation.
This interconnecting concourse will streamline passenger flow between terminals, reduce transfer times, and create a more seamless travel experience,” he explained. “It is about building capacity ahead of demand and ensuring we remain competitive in the region.”
The project forms part of government’s broader aviation master plan to modernize infrastructure and attract more international carriers. Once completed, the concourse is expected to improve turnaround times for airlines and provide greater flexibility in terminal operations.
Industry stakeholders and officials from the Ghana Airports Company Limited attended the ceremony. Construction is expected to begin immediately, with timelines to be announced in the coming weeks.
