The Ministry of Defence has announced a sweeping withdrawal of military protection for all civilians not legally entitled to such services, including certain public officials, former government ministers, and private business figures.
The directive, which takes immediate effect, forms part of the government’s broader efforts to restore discipline, accountability, and professionalism within Ghana’s security framework.
Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah made the announcement in a Facebook post on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, describing the move as a key pillar of the government’s ongoing Reset Agenda—a national push for transparency, good governance, and ethical leadership.
“As part of our Reset Agenda to restore discipline and accountability, we’ve withdrawn military protection for civilians (including public officials, former ministers, businessmen and women, among others) who are not entitled to it,” Dr Boamah stated.
He noted that the use of armed military personnel for personal guard and escort duties—especially by those with no legal entitlement—undermines the core mandate of the Ghana Armed Forces.
“This decision aims to STOP the misuse of military personnel for personal gain,” he wrote, warning that officers found flouting the new policy will face “far-reaching consequences.”
The Ministry stressed that only constitutionally authorized individuals—such as the President, Vice President, key government officials, and diplomats—are permitted military protection under law. Others will now be required to rely on the appropriate security services, such as the Ghana Police Service, if necessary.
Dr Boamah appealed to the public to rally behind the new policy in the national interest, saying it is time to uphold discipline in the use of public resources, including the deployment of state security personnel.
“Let’s work together to promote a more disciplined and responsible use of our military resources. We’re committed to transparency and accountability. Let’s build a more responsible and just society together,” he concluded.
The withdrawal is already being implemented nationwide, with affected individuals instructed to return military escorts and security details to the nearest military installations.
Observers view the move as a bold step in curbing state resource abuse and ensuring the military remains focused on national defence and constitutional duties.
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