President John Mahama has launched an investigation into recent recruitment activities within the Ghana Armed Forces, following growing concerns about political interference and unfair practices.
A newly formed board of inquiry will examine the integrity of the recent enlistment processes and recommend changes where needed.
This investigation is part of a broader security sector reform initiative aimed at restoring public trust and removing partisan influence from the country’s defence and law enforcement institutions.
Speaking during his 120-day progress update at Jubilee House, President Mahama outlined a series of sweeping changes being introduced across various agencies.
“We promised to begin a thorough review of recruitment into our security services to free them from militia elements and ensure professionalism,” he said.
To support this, he said the government is rolling out a new multi-step vetting process for all recruits and active personnel.
Background checks are being enhanced, and a biometric system is being introduced to identify and eliminate connections to political vigilante groups.
According to the President, this will help ensure that only individuals loyal to the state and its laws serve in the armed forces.
Beyond the military, similar reforms are being carried out in the police, fire, and prison services.
The government is also introducing ideological retraining sessions to reinforce national unity and loyalty to the Constitution among security personnel.
These efforts are a key part of the administration’s promise to create a more transparent and accountable public sector, especially within institutions responsible for national security.
