Mahama Reaffirms Support for GAFCSC as College Launches 50th Anniversary
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed government’s commitment to supporting the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College as it marks 50 years of professional military education.
In a message to commemorate the occasion at the College’s anniversary launch in Hamidu Hall, Teshie, the Commander-in-Chief highlighted the institution’s importance in addressing emerging security challenges within the sub-region.
The President said government will continue to back GAFCSC to maintain its status as a centre of excellence.
The anniversary was launched under the theme “Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Professional Military Education”.
Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Hon. Julius Debrah, who delivered the keynote address, commended the College for its outstanding contribution to leadership development and for successfully integrating military training with academic excellence for both local and international officers.
As part of the launch, Hon. Debrah led a symbolic tree-planting exercise and cut sod for the anniversary project. The event brought together Deputy Defence Minister Hon. Ernest Brogya Genfi, Chief Director of the Ministry Mr Emmanuel Kartey, past commandants, senior military officials, and academic cohorts to celebrate the College’s legacy.
GAFCSC has lined up a public lecture, health walk and fun games, a graduation dinner, and a thanksgiving service as part of activities to mark the golden jubilee.
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