12 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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12 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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3 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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3 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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5 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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5 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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6 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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9 d. 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 Defence Minister provides important update on upcoming officer corps enlistment

The Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has issued a cautionary message to prospective applicants ahead of the Ghana Armed Forces’ upcoming officer corps enlistment, urging them to remain vigilant and avoid falling prey to recruitment scams.

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2 w. ago Defence Minister announces plans for improved housing for Ghana Armed Forces personnel

The Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has announced ongoing efforts to secure improved accommodation for personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces. 

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2 w. ago Israel says Iran violates ceasefire, orders strikes on Tehran

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday he had ordered the military to strike Tehran after Iran fired missiles in violation of a ceasefire, after 12 days of war.

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3 w. ago Armed men on motorbikes kill 34 Niger soldiers, ministry says

Several hundred armed men, many on motorbikes, attacked a Niger army base near the border with Mali, leaving at least 34 soldiers dead and 14 wounded, the Defence Ministry said.

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3 w. ago Defence Minister engages Cadet Corps ahead of Ghana’s 65th Republic Day Anniversary

The Minister for Defence and Green Transition, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has announced that preparations are underway to mark Ghana’s 65th anniversary as a Republic, with key stakeholders, including the National Cadet Corps, involved in the celebrations.

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3 w. ago The 60 MPs believe Bawumia is NPP’s best bet for 2028 – Dominic Nitiwul

Former Defence Minister and Bimbilla MP, Dominic Nitiwul, has disclosed that a growing number of New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament have thrown their support behind former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections.

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3 w. ago Ghana Armed Forces set to employ thousands soon – Defence Minister announces

Ghana’s Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has announced that the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) will soon open a new recruitment drive to employ thousands of officers and soldiers across the country.

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3 w. ago Stop thinking about election 2028 now; apologise sincerely to Ghanaians first – Omane Boamah to NPP

Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah has criticised the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he describes as premature political posturing ahead of the 2028 general elections.

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3 w. ago NPP thinks only about themselves and next elections – Omane Boamah

Defence Minister and outgoing Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has criticised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he describes as a lack of concern for the welfare of Ghanaians.

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4 w. ago Omane Boamah urges youth to persevere, recounts dramatic admission struggle at POJOSS

Defence Minister Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah has revealed a long-hidden struggle from his childhood—how he nearly missed out on a place at Pope John Senior High School due to what he described as an “admission conspiracy.” Speaking at the school's 67th Anniversary and Speech & Prize Giving Day on Saturday, Dr. Boamah said his mother fought tirelessly to reverse what appeared to be a plot to swap his place at POJOSS with another applicant.

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last month Don’t let your parents down – Omane Boamah to Pope John SHS students

Ghana’s Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, has urged final year students of Pope John Senior High School and Minor Seminary (POJOSS) to honour the sacrifices of their parents and guardians by striving for excellence. 

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