Military High Command briefs Defence Minister on the state of the Ghana Armed Forces

The Military High Command has briefed the Minister for Defence, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, on the state of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), outlining ongoing efforts to improve personnel welfare, military infrastructure and operational capacity.

The briefing, led by the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General William Agyapong, took place at The Square in Accra on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

During the meeting, Lieutenant General Agyapong reaffirmed the Armed Forces’ commitment to protecting Ghana’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, assuring the Minister of its continued dedication to its constitutional mandate of defending the country against external threats.

He highlighted key initiatives being pursued since assuming office, including the Burma Camp Redevelopment Project, which is aimed at addressing accommodation challenges and providing military personnel with decent and modern living conditions.

The CDS also outlined plans to establish the GAF Trust Fund to provide sustainable welfare support for serving personnel, veterans and their families.

On the Armed Forces’ role in national development, Lieutenant General Agyapong highlighted its involvement in humanitarian and support operations, including relief efforts in flood-affected communities and assistance with the Accra-Kumasi right-of-way clearance exercise.

He said the interventions reflected the military’s commitment to supporting civil authorities and contributing to national development beyond its core security responsibilities.

The CDS also appealed for sustained government support, particularly through the provision of additional air and maritime platforms, as well as operational vehicles, to strengthen the Armed Forces’ mobility, surveillance capabilities and overall operational effectiveness.

He expressed appreciation to the Defence Minister for the support extended to the Armed Forces, which he said had contributed to its ongoing development and operational effectiveness.

In response, Mr Adjei commended the CDS for his leadership and efforts to improve the operational effectiveness and welfare of military personnel.

He acknowledged the ongoing initiatives to upgrade military infrastructure, address accommodation challenges and advance the transformation of the Armed Forces.

The Minister assured the Military High Command of his commitment to working closely with it to address the operational and logistical needs of the GAF.

He stressed the importance of maintaining operational readiness, strengthening institutional capacity and ensuring that personnel are adequately equipped and motivated to perform their constitutional duties.

Other members of the Military High Command present included the Chief of the Army Staff, Major General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu; Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Eric Agyen-Frempong; Chief of the Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Godwin Livinus Bessing; and Chief of Staff at General Headquarters, Air Vice Marshal Joshua Lartei Mensah-Larkai.