Ghana Armed Forces launches three-week security exercise in Nkwanta and Bawku

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has launched a three-week military exercise in the Oti and Upper East regions as part of efforts to strengthen operational readiness and enhance collaboration among security agencies in response to evolving security threats.

Addressing the opening ceremony, the Municipal Chief Executive for Nkwanta South, Joseph Awal Antwi, welcomed the participating troops and expressed confidence in the Ghana Armed Forces' ability to help restore and sustain peace and security in the area.

Exercise Starlight Stretch II, organised by the GAF Central Command, officially commenced on Monday, 6th July 2026, with an opening ceremony at Nkwanta in the Oti Region under the Ghana Army's 2026/2027 Training Year.