Ghana’s security infrastructure remains robust

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The Minister of National Security, Albert Kan-Dapaah, has reaffirmed that Ghana’s security infrastructure remains robust and acts as a strong deterrent against non-state actors, emphasizing that operational efficiency and vigilance are crucial in addressing security threats.

Addressing recent rumors, he firmly rejected allegations of agreements between the government and terrorist groups.

He made this remark when he visited the Ghanaian contingent serving in the ECOWAS Stabilization Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), also known as GHANCOY 3.

The visit was scheduled alongside three significant events: the 51st Independence Day celebrations of Guinea-Bissau, the Centenary of the birth of Amílcar Cabral, and the 60th Anniversary of the Guinea-Bissau Armed Forces.

Accompanied by the Chief Director and the Director of Intelligence Analysis at the Ministry, the Minister’s visit aimed to assess the operational, administrative, and logistical readiness of the Ghanaian troops while boosting their morale.

Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Mawuli Agboado, the Combat Team Commander, and his staff officers provided a thorough briefing on the unit’s activities and expressed appreciation for the continuous support from the Ministry of National Security.

In his address, Mr Kan-Dapaah commended the Ghanaian troops for their discipline and dedication to their mission under the ECOWAS mandate.

He highlighted their critical role in ensuring peace and stability in the region, underlining the importance of their contributions to safeguarding Ghana’s national security.

The Minister acknowledged the growing challenges faced by security forces, particularly the increasing frequency of attacks on security personnel, and praised the troops for their resilience and commitment.

One key point raised by the Minister was the government’s commitment to improving the compensation for security and intelligence officers. He assured the troops that steps were being taken to enhance their remuneration before the end of President Akufo-Addo’s term in January 2024, in recognition of their sacrifices and service to the nation.

Hon. Kan-Dapaah also emphasized the government’s dedication to ensuring a free and fair electoral process in the upcoming December 2024 elections. He commended the Electoral Commission for its transparency efforts and urged continued cooperation between the police and military to ensure a peaceful and incident-free election.

Reflecting on his previous role as Minister of Defence, Mr Kan-Dapaah expressed deep admiration for the professionalism and discipline of the military. He concluded by reaffirming the government’s support for the Ghanaian contingent as they continue their vital mission in Guinea-Bissau.

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President commissions phase II of the Tema Motorway Interchange

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Monday commissioned the Tema Motorway Roundabout Phase II project, a major intersection connecting the capital city of Accra to the industrial city of Tema.

The facility, coming on the back of the recent inauguration of the Flowerpot and Obetsebi-Lamptey Interchanges, is designed to ease traffic congestion at the five-legged Tema intersection.

It is one of the critical components of the rehabilitation and expansion of the 19.5-kilometer stretch encompassing the transformation of the Motorway into a modern 10-lane divided highway.

“Road infrastructure is the backbone of the nation’s progress,” the President said, noting that giving Ghana’s busiest Motorway a facelift was fundamental to accelerated socio-economic advancement.

The Accra-Tema Motorway has served as a vital artery for the nation’s development for nearly six decades, linking the industrial city to the other parts of the country and West African sub-Region.

The Tema Motorway Roundabout Phase II project commenced in July 2022, aiming to enhance urban mobility, logistics and trade integration in the Greater Accra Region, as well as the West African economic bloc, ECOWAS.

Following a preparatory survey by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, JICA, the Phase One converted the roundabout into a two-tier intersection and was completed ahead of schedule in June 2020.

The second phase involved the construction of a third-tier flyover to alleviate the traffic burden at the intersection.

The entire Motorway rehabilitation project’s scope includes the rehabilitation of three critical sections: the Accra-Tema Motorway, the George Walker Bush Highway and the Nsawam Road.

The construction of both phase One and Phase II were funded by a Japanese grant of 91 million dollars.

President Nana Akufo-Addo indicated that the objective was to remove bottlenecks on the major highways to facilitate regional trade and economic integration.

“These projects are part of a deliberate policy to decentralise economic opportunities and ensure equitable development across the nation.

“From the Pokuase Interchange, the largest in West Africa, to the Tamale Interchange, the first of its kind in northern Ghana, we have worked tirelessly to open up our country, reduce disparities, and empower communities,” he emphasised.

The Government, the President said, had laid the foundation for a resilient economically vibrant and inclusive Ghana, touting his administration’s successes in education, healthcare, amongst others.

The World Bank, in a 2023 report, said rapid increases in population and vehicle ownership had led to unsustainable commuting times and deteriorating air quality in most developing countries.

“The impacts of highway construction are procompetitive in both output and input markets, increasing labour’s share of income by about 1.8 to 2.3 percentage points,” according to the global apex financial body.

It added that urban transportation systems played a key role in shaping the growth and development of cities.

Mr. Francis Asenso-Boakye, Minister of Roads and Highways, lauded the Japanese Government for its support in completing the project.

He assured the public that the government was committed to improving the road conditions linking the Tema Motorway Interchange, including the Tema Aflao road

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Police establish GHC20,000 informant system ahead of December polls

The National Election Security Taskforce has introduced a financial reward system to encourage the public to report potential security threats ahead of the upcoming elections.

Under the initiative, informants can share relevant information with the police or other security agencies and receive rewards ranging from GH¢1,000 to GH¢20,000.

Reports can be made via the toll-free hotline 0800-311-311.

The Inspector General of Police and head of the National Election Security Taskforce, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, announced the initiative during a meeting with the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) on Wednesday, November 27.

Dr. Dampare emphasized that the programme aims to bolster election security by encouraging public participation in safeguarding the process.

“We are introducing the informant reward system, and the figure involved is between GH¢1,000 and GH¢20,000. You bring the information, we operationalise it, and if the results are good, we tell you how much you will be given and you tell us the means through which you will want it, and we send it to you.

“For that matter, we have introduced a toll-free number for that purpose, and anybody who will want to share information with us and that toll-free number is 0800-311-311.”

Source: citinewsroom.com