President Nana Akufo-Addo today, Friday, 19th October 2018, attended the 2018 Graduation Parade of the Ghana Military Academy, at Teshie.
President Akufo-Addo at the event urged the newly commissioned officers to guard against the temptation of using the uniform to intimidate their civilian counterparts, who are their partners in the development of the nation.
According to him, there have been reports about some military officers who manhandle civilians entreating the personnel to lead exemplary lives and ensure to ensure the safety of civilians at all times.
“There have been a few unfavourable media reports about the actions of a few military personnel. I am reminding you today, that your commissioning into the Arm Forces places a great responsibility on you to guide against the temptation of using the uniform to intimidate your civilian counterpart, ” he said.
President Akufo-Addo also announced that his administration has procured over 130 vehiclesfor the Ghana Armed Forces to facilitate their transportation needs.
According to the President, the procured robust cars and motorbikes are due to arrive in the country in the next two months.
He also revealed that he has directed the Minister of Defense to commence work on asphalting the roads in the barracks amongst other promises.
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Photos: Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo
