1 hour ago Civilians will no longer have personal military protection detail – GAF Council

Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has announced the withdrawal of military protection for civilians and public officials.

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9 h. ago Defence Minister inaugurates governing board of Veterans Administration, Ghana

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has officially inaugurated the Governing Board of the Veterans Administration, Ghana (VAG), at a ceremony held at the Ministry of Defence.

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16 h. ago Interior Minister charges new Fire Service Council to drive legal and operational reforms

The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, has tasked the newly inaugurated Governing Council of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) to prioritise a comprehensive review of the Fire Service Act to reflect the evolving demands of modern fire and rescue services. The 11-member council, chaired by President’s nominee Nana Ofori Ahenkan II, […]

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20 h. ago Government committed to honouring sacrifices of veterans – Defence Minister

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of the nation’s veterans, describing their current plight as “disheartening.”

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20 h. ago Veterans deserve better – Defence Minister Omane Boamah calls for national support

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has called on Ghanaians to unite in support of the country’s military veterans, describing them as heroes who have been neglected for too long.

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43 h. ago Ministry of Defence withdraws military protection for ineligible civilians

The Ministry of Defence has withdrawn military protection from all civilians who are not legally entitled to such services, including certain public officials, former ministers, and businessmen.

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68 h. ago Defence Minister orders investigations into latest attacks in Bawku

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has ordered thorough investigations into the latest violent incidents in Bawku, which occurred on Sunday, July 13. 

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68 h. ago Defence Minister urges restraint and calm in Bawku following latest attacks

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has called for calm and restraint in Bawku following renewed attacks in the area on Sunday, July 13.

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5 d. ago What happened in Ayawaso West Wuogon shouldn’t be repeated – Defense Minister

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has appealed to voters to remain peaceful as the election rerun continues across 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North constituency.

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5 d. ago JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Administrative Officer, Receptionist at Onesta Ghana Limited

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5 d. ago There’ll be no military deployment in Ablekuma North rerun – Defence Minister

The Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has assured Ghanaians that there will be no military deployment for the rerun of elections in the Ablekuma North Constituency today, Friday, July 11. 

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6 d. ago Trade Minister inaugurates GIPC, Exim Bank GSA boards to accelerate Ghana’s investment and national growth

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, inaugurated three key governing boards under her Ministry, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), and the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Exim Bank), to strengthen Ghana’s investment, industrialization, and export agenda.

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6 d. ago Trade Minister inaugurates new GIPC board, tasks it to bolster investment drive

Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has inaugurated a new 10-member Governing Board of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), charging it to enhance Ghana’s competitiveness as a prime destination for foreign direct investment (FDI).

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7 d. ago It’s not too late; let’s work together to fix the broken EC – Omane Boamah to NPP

Defence Minister and outgoing NDC Director of Elections and IT, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has called for urgent bipartisan efforts to address the challenges facing Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC). 

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7 d. ago You should’ve listened when we raised red flags about the EC – Omane Boamah to NPP

Defence Minister and outgoing Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has criticised the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) for ignoring earlier warnings raised by the NDC concerning the Electoral Commission (EC). 

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9 d. ago Defence Minister Omane Boamah swears in new DIHOC board; outlines vision for Defence Industrial Complex

The Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has sworn in a new governing board for the Defence Industries Holding Company Limited (DIHOC), reaffirming the government’s resolve to develop a robust defence manufacturing base as a key pillar of the national 24-hour economy agenda.

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1 week ago Two administrations, same pattern of betrayal: LI 2462 and the legacy of Ghana’s forests

In November 2022, Ghana’s former government, led by His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo, stood alongside world leaders at COP27 to proudly launch the Forests and Climate Leaders’ Partnership (FCLP), a global initiative aimed at protecting vital ecosystems.

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1 week ago Police now protecting EC Chair following military withdrawal – Defence Minister 

On Saturday, 5 July, Ghana’s Minister of Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, posted on Facebook that the Electoral Commission Chairperson, Jean Mensa, has been placed under the protection of the Ghana Police Service. 

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1 week ago Ablekuma North: NPP struggling to avoid another defeat – Omane Boamah

Ghana’s Defence Minister and outgoing Director of IT and Elections for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has claimed that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is desperately trying to avoid a fresh electoral defeat in the Ablekuma North Constituency. 

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2 w. ago Education Minister tasks Ghana Library Authority Council to build Presidential libraries

Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has tasked the newly inaugurated Governing Board of the Ghana Library Authority (GhLA) to spearhead the construction of presidential libraries in honour of all past Presidents of the Republic.

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