The National Service Authority (NSA) has announced that all national service personnel will undergo basic military training beginning August 3, 2025, as part of a new strategic initiative to enhance discipline, civic responsibility, and national preparedness among Ghanaian youth.
The programme—formally known as the National Service Emergency Response Readiness Programme (NSERRP)—was confirmed following a high-level meeting held on Wednesday, April 23, between the NSA leadership and the Military High Command at the Ministry of Defence in Accra.
According to the NSA, the training module will include up to two months of composite military drills and orientation for service personnel.
The initiative is in line with President John Dramani Mahama’s policy direction, as outlined in his maiden State of the Nation Address to Parliament on February 27, 2025, where he advocated for short-term military exposure for graduates to promote patriotism, discipline, and physical resilience.
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NSA Director-General, Mr. Felix Gyamfi, emphasized the relevance of the initiative, describing it as a significant step toward fostering national renewal through youth empowerment.
“This military training is a step in the right direction and must be embraced by all as part of the broader effort to reset the country, particularly by instilling discipline and resilience in the next generation,” Mr. Gyamfi said.
Representing the Ghana Armed Forces, Brigadier General Amoah-Boakye reaffirmed the military’s commitment to supporting the programme and ensuring its smooth rollout across the country.
While the full implementation framework is still being finalised, the NSA has assured the public that it is working closely with relevant agencies to put all necessary logistical and operational arrangements in place before the official launch in August.
The NSERRP is positioned as a cornerstone of Ghana’s broader national service reform agenda aimed at aligning civic engagement with national development and security priorities.
