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Mahama Launches New Housing Project for Ghana Armed Forces

President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for a new accommodation project for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), signaling a renewed push to improve the living conditions of military personnel and modernise ageing barracks infrastructure. The sod-cutting ceremony took place on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Burma Camp during activities marking the Armed Forces’ end-of-year West African Social Activities (WASSA) celebrations. The event was held at the forecourt of the GAF Public Relations Department. The housing initiative forms part of a broader regeneration programme aimed at transforming the Burma Camp enclave. According to officials, the project will replace outdated, low-rise residential blocks with modern high-rise apartment complexes. This redesign is expected to free up more than half of the camp’s existing land space, allowing for better planning and improved infrastructure. The first phase of the project is expected to […]

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Police, Military Secure Savannah Region

The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the Ghana Armed Forces and other stakeholders, has intensified security operations in Sawla, Gbiniyiri, Giniri, and nearby communities in the Savannah Region following recent communal clashes. Security reinforcement teams have been dispatched to maintain law and order while restoring calm in the affected areas. Their presence is aimed at preventing further escalation and ensuring the safety of residents. The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, is personally leading a delegation from the National Police Headquarters to assess the security situation on the ground. The team is also engaging with traditional rulers, opinion leaders, and community stakeholders to discuss strategies for sustaining peace. In a statement released on Tuesday, August 26, the Police Service appealed to residents to remain calm and support security efforts. “We urge all parties to remain calm and work […]

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NAIMOS Arrests Four Soldiers for Illegal Mining Raids at Simpa Junction

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has arrested four soldiers for conducting unauthorized raids at Simpa Junction in the Tarkwa Nsuaem District of the Western Region. During a targeted operation on Monday, August 18, 2025, the NAIMOS taskforce seized the suspects’ weapons and equipment. Reports indicate that the soldiers were allegedly involved in illicit anti-mining activities under the guise of official National Security operations. Following their arrest, the four military personnel were handed over to the 2nd Infantry Battalion of the Ghana Armed Forces at Apremdo in Takoradi for investigations and disciplinary measures. The crackdown brings relief to legitimate mining operators and law-abiding businesses within the Tarkwa Nsuaem area. NAIMOS affirmed its commitment to intensifying operations alongside other state agencies to eradicate the galamsey menace, while the government reaffirmed its resolve to tackle illegal mining and its destructive consequences.

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GAF Denies Arrest of Brig. Gen. Michael Opoku

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has officially dismissed as false rumors spreading on social media claiming that Brigadier General Michael Opoku was arrested for ammunition possession. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, GAF reiterated that Brig. Gen. Opoku remains an active officer and is not under any arrest or criminal investigation. The statement emphasized that no security or investigative agency has verified the arrest claim. GAF further assured the public that, should any military officer be found culpable of wrongdoing, they would be subjected to the same legal proceedings as any other citizen. The Armed Forces urged the public not to spread misinformation and disinformation, reinforcing that the claim was entirely baseless. The statement was signed by Captain (GN) V.A. Arhin, Acting Director General of Public Relations.

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Defence Ministry Vows Open Probe into Ashanti Crash

The Ministry of Defence has pledged a full, transparent investigation into the August 6 helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti Region, that claimed eight lives, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah. Speaking to traditional leaders in Accra on August 13, Deputy Defence Minister Brogya Genfi said the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) had commenced investigations and sought international collaboration to ensure the credibility of the process. “We have received a positive response to our request for international support. Nothing will be covered up—the process will be transparent, and the public will know exactly what happened and the cause of this tragic accident,” Mr. Genfi assured. He also called on the media to report responsibly to avoid misinformation. The crash victims included: Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation Samuel Aboagye, former parliamentary candidate Samuel Sarpong, NDC […]

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Retired Air Force Officer Downplays Weather in GAF Helicopter Crash

A retired Ghana Air Force officer has dismissed severe weather as a likely cause of the recent military helicopter crash, calling for deeper examination of other potential factors. The comments were made on Joy News’ AM Show on August 13, where the officer was asked about the role of weather in the tragedy. He emphasized that citing adverse weather alone may mislead the investigation, and urged authorities to explore technical or operational issues more thoroughly. While weather conditions are often scrutinized in aviation accidents, his remarks underscore the need for a comprehensive probe into factors beyond meteorological explanations—such as mechanical failure, navigational issues, or human error.

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Ghana Armed Forces to Recruit 12,000 Youth Over Four Years, Defence Minister Confirms

On June 19, 2025, Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah announced a large-scale recruitment initiative: the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) will enlist 12,000 young Ghanaians over the next four years. The plan comes with full endorsement from President John Dramani Mahama. Objectives & Rationale The recruitment drive aims to: Empower youth with stable, disciplined career paths. Boost national security by fortifying GAF ranks. Combat unemployment through structured training and service. Dr. Boamah emphasized the importance of applicants being medically and physically fit, citing the rigours of military training—including the risks involved, as some recruits have previously died in training . Roll-Out Plan The recruitment will occur in phased intakes, averaging 3,000 recruits per year. An officer corps intake is planned in parallel with recruitment for enlisted soldiers. Application guidelines, fitness criteria, and schedules will be released on official GAF and […]

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Ashanti Regional Police Command demands release of soldiers involved in Nyinahin shooting

The Ashanti Regional Police is collaborating with the Central Command of the Ghana Armed Forces for the release of military officers involved in the killing of a civilian at Nyinahin, in the Atwima Mponua District of the region. The soldiers are said to have killed the civilian, identified as Akwasi Lala, also known as Kushivi and injured three others during a confrontation with some mourners who were on their way to bury their friend at the Nyinahin cemetery. This was contained in a press statement signed by the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Godwin Ahianyo, the Ashanti Regional Police Public Relations Officer. DSP Ahianyo noted that the Regional Police Commander, DCOP Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe, had since visited both the crime scene and the injured victims at the hospital. The Regional Commander had also assured the community that a thorough investigation was […]

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Stop Crying Wolf When There’s No Wolf” – President Mahama Jabs Ntim Fordjour

President John Mahama has issued a sharp rebuke to opposition MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, accusing him of fabricating claims about suspicious flights and drug trafficking in Ghana. In a thinly veiled reference to Aesop’s fable The Boy Who Cried Wolf, Mahama urged critics to avoid politicizing national security and wasting resources on baseless allegations78. The clash stems from Fordjour’s recent allegations that two flights—AirMed Flight N823AM and Cavok Air Antonov An-12B—landed in Ghana carrying cocaine and large sums of U.S. currency. The claims, which Fordjour described as a call for accountability, were met with skepticism from the government510. Mahama dismissed the accusations as “games of smoke and mirrors,” emphasizing that Ghana’s security agencies are already stretched thin addressing genuine threats like the conflict in Bawku and rising crime7. The Allegations and BacklashFordjour, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) […]

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GAF Investigates Alleged Assault by Soldiers in Kumasi

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is currently investigating an alleged assault involving seven military personnel in Kumasi on March 28, 2025. According to a statement from the Military High Command, the incident occurred when three officers and four soldiers arrested and allegedly assaulted three civilians who were accused of stealing a mobile phone.The civilians reportedly sustained injuries during the altercation, prompting a joint investigation by the Military Police and the Ashanti Regional Police Criminal Investigations Department (CID). The soldiers and officers involved in the incident have been placed under close arrest as the inquiry progresses.The military high command assured the public that anyone found guilty will face legal consequences, emphasizing its commitment to discipline and accountability. The statement called for calm during the investigation and urged the families of the victims to remain patient while the due process takes its […]

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