Amid growing security challenges at home and across the sub-region, President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians of the government’s resolve to sustain a strong and responsive armed forces, even in the face of prevailing resource constraints.
Addressing officer cadets at the Ghana Military Academy Graduation ceremony on Friday, January 30, President Mahama said the commissioning of new officers under current economic pressures reflects the state’s unwavering commitment to national defence and stability.
“Commissioning officers in these times of limited resources underscores our resolve to maintain a capable and resilient armed forces to confront the security challenges of our time,” the President said.
He observed that Ghana’s security landscape, particularly in the northern parts of the country, remains fragile due to persistent regional threats. “The security situation in our sub-region remains complex and volatile. Violent extremism, terrorism, and trans-border crime continue to pose serious threats, especially along our northern border,” he noted.
President Mahama also drew attention to evolving global security dynamics, explaining that the emergence of non-state actors and asymmetric forms of warfare has further complicated traditional security responses. “Globally, the rise of non-state actors and asymmetric warfare has reshaped the security challenges,” he said.
He stressed that confronting these threats requires a unified national approach, emphasising that security should not be viewed solely as the responsibility of the armed forces and other security institutions. “These realities demand a well-coordinated response. Security is a shared national duty,” he stated.
According to the President, citizens, communities, civil society organisations, traditional authorities, and government must collectively contribute to safeguarding peace and stability. “We must work together to protect the peace we so dearly cherish,” he added.
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