The Vice President of Ghana, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has pledged to reset and revitalize the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) as part of a broader effort to strengthen national security and defense. This announcement underscores the government’s commitment to modernizing the military and ensuring its effectiveness in addressing contemporary security challenges.
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang, who was named Chairperson of the Council by President John Mahama, said, “As a Council, we accept the responsibility to serve diligently, with loyalty and patriotic zeal, to reset Ghana and the Ghana Armed Forces, ensuring that we have peace and stability,” following the swearing-in ceremony of the Council members on Monday, March 24, at the Defense Ministry.
“We want to make sure that the Ghana Armed Forces maintain, grow, and even expand their internationally recognized reputation,” she continued. The Ghana Armed Forces Council’s primary responsibility is to advise the government on military matters, ensuring that the Armed Forces remain efficient, well-equipped, and capable of meeting national security requirements.
The Vice President’s commitment to resetting the Ghana Armed Forces signals a renewed focus on military reforms and national security enhancement. As the government takes concrete steps to implement these changes, Ghanaians can expect a more robust and efficient defense force ready to protect the nation.