As Ghana's general elections approach in less than five weeks, the Military High Command of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and stability before, during, and after the electoral process.Speaking at the annual Land Combat and Fire Power Demonstration, Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Asari Bekoe, affirmed the Ghana Armed Forces' capability to address any security threats.However, he emphasized that preserving the peace and stability currently enjoyed by the nation should remain a priority for all citizens.
The exercise took place on Friday, November 1, at the Army Peace Operations Training School in Bundase, with senior leadership of the Ghana Armed Forces in attendance.Among the units participating in the demonstration were the 5th Infantry Battalion, Special Forces Brigade, 15 Armoured Brigade, and the 66 Artillery Regiment, showcasing the full spectrum of military assets and capabilities.Armored vehicles, machine guns, artillery, and other sophisticated weaponry were deployed in a realistic combat simulation, underlining the Ghana Armed Forces' preparedness to defend the nation.
During the exercise, front-line soldiers demonstrated their ability to swiftly respond to emerging threats by gathering intelligence and engaging with simulated terrorist forces.The soldiers, supported by air cover from the Ghana Air Force, successfully neutralized threats, securing the simulated battlefield.
Although the operation was intense, only a few soldiers sustained minor injuries, with one recorded casualty, underscoring the realism of the simulation.