President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Charles Kipo as the new Director-General of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).

Kipo, a seasoned security professional, will be responsible for overseeing the country's intelligence gathering and analysis operations.

The NIB plays a critical role in safeguarding national security by gathering and analyzing intelligence on threats to the country's internal and external security.

The appointment of Kipo comes at a time when the nation faces various security challenges, including terrorism, cyber threats, and transnational crime.