The Ministry of Works, Housing, and Water Resources has announced plans to integrate facility management into all stages of government project planning and development, a move aimed at reducing asset decay, improving efficiency, and ensuring long-term value for public infrastructure.
Speaking at the International Facility Management Ghana Chapter Stakeholders Forum in Accra, the Ministry’s Chief Director, Irene Messiba, representing Deputy Minister Gizella Agbotui Tetteh, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to delivering durable, safe, and efficient public facilities that serve citizens throughout their lifecycle.
“Embedding facility management principles from the design phase through construction and ongoing maintenance will help curb the rapid deterioration of public assets, promote operational excellence, and strengthen fiscal discipline. We remain committed to delivering public infrastructure that provides citizens with efficient, decent, and safe environments for service delivery throughout the full lifecycle of every asset,” Madam Messiba stated.
The high-level forum, organised by the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Ghana Chapter, brought together policymakers, corporate leaders, built environment professionals, and industry stakeholders to deliberate on the future of facility management in Ghana.
Participants highlighted the need for a government-backed legal and regulatory framework to professionalise the sector. Proper regulation, they argued, would standardise practices, enhance accountability, and position facility management as a strategic partner in national development.
IFMA Ghana Chapter President Sampson Opare-Agyemang emphasised the sector’s critical role in business continuity, operational efficiency, and nation-building. He called for stronger collaboration between government and industry players to maximise the value of public investments.
Discussions focused on repositioning facility management as a key driver of sustainable infrastructure, improved service delivery, and economic resilience. Stakeholders agreed that raising public awareness and strengthening institutional support would unlock new growth opportunities and address persistent challenges.
The forum is expected to boost national visibility for the facility management sector while fostering strategic partnerships aimed at safeguarding Ghana’s public assets for generations to come.
