Accra, Ghana – March 18, 2025 – President John Dramani Mahama has removed the Chief of Defence Staff, General Oppong Pepprah, along with other senior commanders of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
In a statement signed by Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the President announced the appointment of Brigadier General William Agyapong as the new Chief of Defence Staff.
New Military Leadership Appointments
The statement also named new service commanders for the Ghana Armed Forces:
- Brigadier General William Agyapong – Chief of Defence Staff
- Brigadier General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu – Chief of Army Staff
- Commodore Godwin Livinus Blessing – Chief of Naval Staff
- Air Commodore Eric Agyen-Frempong – Chief of Air Staff
- Brigadier General Glover Ashong Annan – Chief of Staff
Public Reaction and Debate
The reshuffle has sparked discussions over its impact on the military’s command structure. Critics, including Assin South MP John Ntim Fordjour, argue that the move is costly and weakens morale, as some of the dismissed officers had several years before retirement.
However, government officials insist that the changes are part of efforts to strengthen Ghana’s defence framework.
The newly appointed commanders are expected to assume office officially on March 24, 2025.
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