The Minister of Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has announced the withdrawal of military protection for individuals not legally entitled to such services, including some public officials, former ministers, and private citizens.
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The move, he explained, is part of the government’s broader “Reset Agenda” aimed at restoring discipline, curbing abuse of state security resources, and reinforcing accountability in public office.
In a statement shared via his official Facebook page on Monday, July 14, Dr. Boamah stated:
“We’ve withdrawn military protection for civilians… who are not entitled to it. This decision aims to stop the misuse of military personnel for personal gain.”
He warned that military officers found engaging in unauthorized guard duties will face strict consequences, signaling a tougher stance on the misuse of Ghana’s armed forces.
Dr. Boamah further called on citizens to support the reforms, urging a collective effort to promote “a more disciplined and responsible use of our military resources.”
The policy shift is seen as part of ongoing reforms targeting excesses in security detail assignments and is expected to streamline military deployments to only constitutionally approved responsibilities.
