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Nana Kwamina Dekye I gives Esumankrom potable water
Nana Dekye I cutting the tape to commission the project
The Guantoa Hen of the Shama Traditional Area in the Shama District of the Western Region, Nana Kwamina Dekye I has provided potable water for the people of Esumankrom in the Shama District.
‘Guantoa Hen’ means “someone people go to seek shelter and mercy in in a distressed situation.”
Inaugurating the water project, Nana Dekye I, known in private life as Mr Isaac Kwamina Afful said the people of Esumankrom who are Muslims approached him for drinking water some time ago.
He said “anybody who provided water to any living thing gave life to that particular living thing.”
He engaged a contractor to provide water to the community and as well connect pipe lines to all the houses and put a stand pipe in each compound with an overhead tank to provide water to the entire community.
Nana Dekye I was full of joy and commended the contractor for the timely completion of the project.
He told the people of Esumankrom to take absolute control and proper maintenance of the project.
He said “the proper care given to this initial project would qualify you in the future to get a bigger project for this community.”
The chief of Esumankrom, Nana Dauda Ahmed in appreciation of the project said Nana Dekye I was thepresident of the community as governments had failed to come to their aid.
He said Nana Dekye I had solved a chronic problem in the community because the only old borehole could not satisfy them.
Nana Ahmed appealed to Nana Dekye I to build a new school or renovate the pavilion school for them because it was in a bad state and not very conducive for teaching and learning.
From Peter Gbambila-Esumankrom.
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VP Opoku-Agyemang chairs Armed Forces Council
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is chair of the newly appointed Armed Forces Council.
Established under Article 211 of the 1992 Constitution, the Council provides strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the Ghana Armed Forces remain effective, modern, and disciplined.
In his address to the Council members, President Mahama emphasised their critical role in the military’s governance and administration.
He underscored the government’s unwavering commitment to modernising the Armed Forces to address evolving security threats, ranging from terrorism and cybercrime to climate-related challenges.
“The responsibility placed on your shoulders as a Council is one of great national importance,” President Mahama stated.
He added that “The strength of our Armed Forces depends not only on the bravery of the men and women in uniform but also on the leadership policies and decisions that guide them.”
The president’s key priorities include capacity-building programs to enhance personnel skills, investment in modern military technology and equipment, enhanced infrastructure development, and improved welfare and support systems for military personnel and their families.
President Mahama also highlighted the increasing role of technology in modern warfare, urging the Council to embrace innovation and data-driven security solutions in developing the nation’s defence strategy.
The President emphasised the importance of strengthening partnerships with ECOWAS, the African Union, and international allies to address global security threats.
The President called on the Council to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability within the Armed Forces, stressing that corruption and misconduct have no place in the military.
He expressed gratitude to the outgoing members of the Armed Forces Council for their dedicated service. He congratulated the newly sworn-in members, expressing confidence in their ability to serve with honour, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to Ghana.
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Muntaka sworn in as Member of Armed Forces Council
President John Dramani Mahama in accordance with Article 211 of the 1992 Constitution has sworn in the newly appointed members of the Ghana Armed Forces Council at the Ministry of Defence in Accra.
The Council is responsible for advising the President on defence policy, military administration, and operational readiness.
Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, was among those sworn in as a member of the Council, with H.E. Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang serving as Council Chairperson.
The President urged the new Council members to approach their roles with dedication and a clear vision, emphasising the importance of their work in shaping the future of the Ghana Armed Forces, stressing the need to modernise the military and enhance its operational capabilities.
He reaffirmed the critical role of the military in governance and thanked the military officers and their families for their service and sacrifice.
The Vice President Opoku-Agyemang in her remarks, assured the President that the Council will serve diligently, loyally, and with patriotic zeal to reset the Ghana Armed Forces.
Other members of the Council include Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, CWO. Daniel Addo, Brig-General (Rtd) Fuseini Iddrisu, and Nancy Dakwa Ampofo Esq.
