President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated the newly constituted Armed Forces Council tasking them with overseeing the strategic direction and administration of the Ghana Armed Forces.
The 7-Member Council is chaired by the Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang with members including Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, Mr. Daniel Addo, Mr. Fuseini Iddrisu and Ms. Nancy Dakwa Ampofo.
The council will be responsible for advising the President on defense policy matters and military administration and operational readiness
Speaking at the inauguration, President Mahama affirmed the council’s critical role in the governance and administration of the military.
He charged the council to provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the Ghana Armed Forces remain effective, modern, and disciplined.
“To uphold the highest standard of governance, professionalism and accountability within the military. To safeguard the welfare of our officers, men and women who risk their lives in the service of our nation. The decisions you make as a council will shape the future of our armed forces,” said President Mahama.
He pledged the government’s commitment to modernization of the Ghana Armed Forces to meet the evolving nature of security threats, from terrorism and cybercrime to related challenges.
He stated that the government will prioritize Capacity building programmes, Invest in modern military technology, Enhance infrastructure development and Improve welfare and support systems.
He, therefore, urged the council to embrace technological advancement in warfare underscoring the importance of Innovation and data driven security solutions.
“In recent years, we have seen the increasing role of technology in warfare, drone technology, intelligence gathering and defense coordination. As a nation, we must embrace this reality and work towards a defense strategy that leverages innovation, data-driven security solutions and modern military practices. Ghana has long been a beacon of peace in West Africa and beyond.”
“Our armed forces have played a significant role in regional and international peacekeeping operations, working alongside global partners to restore stability in many conflict zones. Our commitment to regional cooperation remains strong.
“And as a nation, we will continue to strengthen our partnerships with our regional bodies such as ECOWAS and the African Union, as well as our international allies, to collectively address security challenges that affect not just Ghana, but the entire globe.”
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Source: Aba Aikins/ATLFMNEWS
