Soldier Rejected Galamsey Bribe, Gets Promotion & UN Posting
On July 11, 2025, the Chief of Defence Staff, Lt‑Gen William Agyapong, promoted Private Solomon Asare Teye‑Tsu to Lance Corporal during a durbar at Burma Hall, Accra. He was also nominated for a UN mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL)—recognition of his integrity after refusing a significant bribe from illegal miners at the Bibiani Gold Mine in late 2024. Bribe Rejection & Recognition While on guard duty at Bibiani, Pte Teye‑Tsu was offered financial inducements to allow artisanal miners access to restricted galamsey pits. He not only refused but promptly detained the miners for prosecution—earning praise from both the Ghana Armed Forces and Ojeyz Security Management, who awarded him a citation for professionalism. Leadership’s Praise During the ceremony, Lt‑Gen Agyapong highlighted that while misconduct deserves punishment, acts of exemplary conduct must be rewarded—urging all personnel to remain loyal to their oath and serve […]